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Flora-Introduction to Earth Science Vocabulary-Chpt. 1

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the science that studies the composition, structure, physical properties, history and processes that shape planet Earth geology
a proposed solution that explains certain observations which can be tested to determine if it is valid hypothesis
the layer of Earth under the oceans and the atmosphere which is composed of the core, mantle and crust geosphere
the science that studies, observes and interprets information related to the universe astronomy
a well-tested and widely accepted explanation about certain observable facts theory
the layer of gases that surrounds planet Earth atmosphere
the distance north or south of the equator, measured in degrees latitude
the science that studies the oceans oceanography
the science that studies the atmosphere, weather and climate meteorology
the solid, liquid and gaseous water found on, under and over the surface of planet Earth hydrosphere
any size group of interacting and interdependent parts that form a complex whole system
the distance east or west of the prime meridian, measured in degrees longitude
all parts of Earth where living organisms exist biosphere
the difference in elevation betweeen adjacent contour lines on a topographic map contour interval
a map that shows elevation, distance, direction and slope of Earth's surface topographic map
a line on a topographic map that connects points of equal height and shows elevation contour line
all the sciences related to the study of planet Earth Earth Science
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