Earth Science Chapter 1 Section 1.1
biosphere
The part of the earth where life exists
geology
The scientific study of the origin, history, and structure of the earth.
earth science
The study of earth and space; includes geology, meteorology, astronomy, and oceanography
ecosystem
a community of organisms and their environment
biodegradable
capable of being readily decomposed into harmless substances by microorganisms
oikos
the Greek word for house
ecology
the branch of biology concerned with the relations between organisms and their environment
pollution
the contamination of the environment with waste or impurities
atmosphere
the layer of gases that surrounds Earth
hydrosphere
the portion of earth that is water
geosphere
the solid earth
meteorology
the study of the earth's atmosphere
oceanography
the study of the earth's oceans
astronomy
the study of the universe
