earthscience
nounUK /ˈɜːθˌsaɪəns/
US /ˈɝːθˌsaɪəns/
Earth science is the study of our planet, like rocks, weather, and oceans.
In earth science class, we learned how volcanoes erupt.
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2. The scientific study of the solid Earth and its rocks.
He studied earth science to understand earthquakes.
3. A school subject that teaches about the land, water, and air.
Earth science is my favorite subject because we go on field trips.
4. The branch of science that looks at how the Earth changes over time.
Earth science helps us learn about fossils and ancient climates.