Branches of Earth Science

Studies the solid portions of the earth, including volcanoes, earthquakes, and fossils.

• Geology
• Geography
• Cartography
• Oceanography

Weather, climate, and the atmosphere are studied in this branch of Earth Science.

• Astronomy
• Meteorology
• Cartography
• Geology

This branch studies how humans interact with and impact ecosystems (pollution, population growth, and resource use).

• Geology
• Ecology
• Environmental Science
• Oceanography

The branch of Earth Science where geology and chemistry come together.  A scientist might study rock samples to determine qualities of earth materials for human use.

• Geology
• Geochemistry
• Geography
• Environmental Science

Geology and biology come together in the study of organisms and their environment.

• Geolgoy
• Ecology
• Environmental Science
• Geography

The study of the physical and biological parts of Earth's oceans.

• Geology
• Geography
• Cartography
• Oceanography

This area of science creates and uses maps of physical features of the Earth.

• Geology
• Geography
• Cartography
• Mapology

The study of the stars and other celestial bodies.

• Meteorology
• Astronomy
• Oceanography
• Astrology

The study of the physical features of the earth (mountains, lakes, rivers, valleys, etc.).

• Geology
• Geography
• Cartography
• Ecology