Download Ch1-1 What is Earth Science

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Sept. 7, 2010
Open your book to page 8
1. What are these meteorologist
observing?
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August 23, 2012
• What is Earth Science?
–Write a paragraph telling me
everything you know about our planet
and the universe.
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Aug. 31, 2011
• Why is it important to study Earth
Science?
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Aug. 22, 2012
• Open your book to Page 4
• Hypothesize how the rocks at
Racetrack Plaza in Death Valley
move?
–(they weigh 320kg and moved 880m)
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• What types of things might a geologist study?
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Tectonic plates – earthquakes - volcanoes
Rocks/minerals
History of the Earth – past Earth
Soil
Structure of Earth
Fossils
Processes
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Sept. 6, 2011
• Why did humans create
calendars?
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• Open your book to Page 7
• How has technology affected astronomy?
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Aug. 30, 2012
• Earth scientists study various characteristics of
Earth and the solar system. Which of the
following statements describes the role of a
meteorologist?
– A scientist who studies stars
– A scientist who studies the impact of activities on
the environment
– A scientist who studies rock layers
– A scientist who studies weather patterns
What is Earth Science?
Branches of
Earth Science
Geology
Oceanography
Meteorology
Astronomy
Environmental
Science
GEOLOGY
• The study of the origin, history,
processes, and structure of the solid
Earth.
OCEANOGRAPHY
• The study of Earth’s oceans. Oceans
cover nearly three-fourths of Earth’s
surface.
METEOROLOGY
• The study of Earth’s atmosphere,
especially weather and climate.
ASTRONOMY
• The study of the universe beyond
Earth.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
• The study of how humans interact
with their environment – pollution,
natural resources, and health of
plants and animals.
The Scientific Study of Earth
• China recorded earthquakes as early as 780 BC
• Ancient Greeks cataloged rocks and minerals
around 200 BC.
• Maya created the first calendars by tracking
movements of the sun, moon, and planets.
• 16th century – microscope invented
• 17th century – telescope invented
The Importance of Earth Science
• Helps us understand our place in the universe.
• Better predict potential disasters and save
lives.
• Gain access to Earth’s resources and to use
the resources wisely.