geosciences (C2)
noun
Pronunciation: ˌdʒiːoʊˈsaɪənsɪz
Definition
The collective study of the Earth, its atmosphere, hydrosphere, and interior structure, encompassing disciplines like geology, meteorology, oceanography, and environmental science.
Examples
Advances in the geosciences have fundamentally changed our understanding of how tectonic plates interact over millions of years.
The university is expanding its research department to focus more heavily on the geosciences and climate change mitigation.
Her career in the geosciences began with a fascination for mineralogy and volcanic activity.
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