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intro to esci Flashcards

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two divisions of science

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natural and applied science

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concerned with the description, prediction, and understanding of natural phenomena, based on empirical evidence from observation and experimentation

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natural science

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application of existing science knowledge to practical applications, like technology or inventions

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applied science

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what are the sciences under natural science?

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life sci
physical science
earth science

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examples of life science

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botany
zoology

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examples of physical science

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chemistry
physics

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examples of earth science

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astronomy
geology

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it investigates the nature of the planet earth, its development and relation to other heavenly bodies

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earth science

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explores the earth regions, the waters, air, land, interior, and biosphere

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earth science

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study of the universe

explores the earth neighboring space

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astronomy

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it is what astronomers use to observe distant planets, galaxies, and other astronomical objects

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space telescope or space observatory

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used to gather light from cosmic objects so that scientists can better understand the universe around us

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The Hubble Space Telescope

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used to explore and map the Earth and other planets

equipped with cameras that capture videos

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satellites

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unmanned craft which is sent into space to do research

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space probe

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created to land on another planet via a lander-style space craft

takes crust samples such as soil and rocks

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rovers

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meteorological instrument for measuring the amount of precipitation fallen during a given time interval

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rain gauge

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lets you know whether or not atmospheric pressure is rising or falling

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barometer

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study of the earth’s lower atmosphere

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meteorology

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a scientist who studies meteorology

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meteorologist

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study of the solid earth, its interior and its history or geological past

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geology

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study of the oceans and everything about the sea

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oceanography

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study of water including those within the air, on the surface of the land

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hydrology

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