ppt课件-unit one earth science（单位一个地球科学）.pptVIP

Exploring Science What is Science? Science is the methods we use to investigate the world and solve problems. We use the process of science everyday. When a toddler can’t tie his/her shoe. The problem is how can he/she tie his/her shoe? He/She investigates by trying different ways of tying the shoe. Then eventually the toddler solves their problem by learning to tie the shoe. By definition the toddler has just used the process of science. Three Branches of Science Physical Science Earth Science Life Science Physical Science Physical Science is the study of matter and energy. There are Two Main Areas of Physical Science Chemistry Physics Chemistry vs. Physics Chemistry is the study of the properties of matter, how matter interacts with other matter and how matter changes. Chemistry studies composition, structure, properties, and reactions of matter. Physics is the study of matter and energy and how they interact. Physics looks mostly at energy and the way energy affects matter. Physics is concerned with the interaction between matter and energy through force and motion. Earth Science The Study of the Earth Earth Science is the study of the earth and the universe around it. It is the oldest observable science and is based on the accumulated body of scientific knowledge that has been passed through time The Major Studies of Earth Science Geology Oceanography Meteorology Astronomy Introduction to Earth Science Geology- the study of the origin, history, and processes that created the structure of the earth Oceanography- the study of the earth’s ocean Meteorology- the study of the earth’s atmosphere Astronomy- the study of the universe Life Science The study of living things is known as biology, or life science. People who study biology are known as biologist. Careers in Life Science Botanist Marine Biologist Park Rangers Forestry Technician Health-Care Workers Meteorologist must have knowledge of physical science. The must understand high and low pres