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The ancient Greeks separated all matter into air, earth, and fire. Today's earth sciences are a bit more sophisticated, but they are all about the air around us, the earth beneath our feet, and the bodies of water that cover most of the world.

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General Earth Science

There are two levels of general earth science. The first refers to courses that provide a broad, but relatively superficial, view of of the earth sciences. Such programs are often taught as science requirements for non-science majors. The second level refers to the non-technical aspects of earth science, such as its history, philosophy, and social implications,

 

Geology

 

 

Meteorology

 

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the prediction of atmospheric motion and climate change. Includes instruction in general circulation patterns, weather phenomena, atmospheric predictability, parameterization, numerical and statistical analysis, large- and mesoscale phenomena, kinematic structures, precipitation processes, and forecasting techniques.

Oceanography

 

 

Environmental Science

 

 

David L. Heiserman, Editor

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