Earth-science Glossary
Key terms, methods, and interpretive vocabulary tied to this encyclopedia section.
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Earth Science
An accessible overview of Earth Science, covering what the field includes, how its main areas fit together, and why it matters in a connected encyclopedia.
Earth Systems and Processes
A guide to Earth Systems and Processes within Earth Science, outlining its meaning, major questions, and the related topics readers should explore next.
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Geophysics
A guide to Geophysics within Earth Science, outlining its meaning, major questions, and the related topics readers should explore next.
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Natural Hazards and Risk
A guide to Natural Hazards and Risk within Earth Science, outlining its meaning, major questions, and the related topics readers should explore next.