Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

geoscience

noun

/ˌdʒiːəˈsaɪəns/

Definition

The study of Earth’s physical structure, its substance, the processes that shape it, and the organisms that inhabit it.

Examples

Geoscience plays a crucial role in understanding climate change.
Students studying geoscience learn about the composition and processes of Earth.
Many careers in geoscience involve fieldwork and analytical research.

Meaning

Geoscience encompasses various fields including geology, meteorology, oceanography, and environmental science, aiming to understand the Earth and its systems.