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noun

any of various sciences, as geography, geology, or meteorology, that deal with the earth, its composition, or any of its changing aspects.

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Also called geoscience.

Origin of earth science

First recorded in 1935–40

OTHER WORDS FROM earth science

earth scientist, noun

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How to use earth science in a sentence

Lead author Tom Gernon, an associate professor of earth science at the University of Southampton, calls volcanoes a “geological thermostat” that helps regulate the earth’s CO2 levels.
Volcanoes could be our fiery allies in the fight against carbon emissions|Angely Mercado|August 26, 2021|Popular-Science
He is taking the night version of the four remaining courses he needs to graduate — geometry, earth science, world history and English 12 — and is now on track to earn his high school degree this spring.
The pandemic forced these high-schoolers to work full time. So they’re going to class at night.|Hannah Natanson|April 11, 2021|Washington Post
The whole earth science community became aware of these findings the following spring, at the American Geophysical Union’s annual meeting.
How the Earth-shaking theory of plate tectonics was born|Carolyn Gramling|January 13, 2021|Science News
The science of the lower heavens is a factor of earth-science in the definition we are just about to give.
College Teaching|Paul Klapper

They have found some recognition, though much too meager, in the more comprehensive and philosophical treatises on earth-science.
College Teaching|Paul Klapper
Geology, meaning literally “earth science,” deals with the history of the earth and its inhabitants as revealed in the rocks.
Geology|William J. Miller
Talk to a member of the geology or earth science department of your local college or university.
Natural Gemstones|Various
The most effective intervention can come only from the wise use of the best earth-science information available.
Deserts|A. S. Walker

British Dictionary definitions for earth science

earth science

noun

any of various sciences, such as geology, geography, and geomorphology, that are concerned with the structure, age, and other aspects of the earth

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Scientific definitions for earth science

earth science

Any of several sciences, such as geology, oceanography, and meteorology, that study the origin, composition, and physical features of the Earth.

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