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10 Language-to-English DictionariesGeoscience
/ˌdʒi.oʊˈsaɪ.əns/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
The scientific study of the Earth, including its composition, structure, processes, and history.
"Geoscience plays a crucial role in understanding climate change and its impact on the planet." - 2
A field of study that integrates various disciplines such as geology, meteorology, oceanography, and environmental science.
"Students pursuing geoscience often explore topics ranging from natural resources to environmental protection."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'geoscience' is derived from the Greek word 'geo', meaning 'earth', and 'science', from Latin 'scientia', meaning 'knowledge'. It emerged in the late 20th century as a comprehensive term encompassing various scientific disciplines related to the Earth.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Geoscience" is said worldwide
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Géosciences
Transliteration: Zhay-oh-sy-ahnss
"Les géosciences sont essentielles pour comprendre les changements climatiques."
Geowissenschaften
Transliteration: Ge-o-vi-sen-shaf-ten
"Geowissenschaften helfen uns, die Erde besser zu verstehen."
Geoscienze
Transliteration: Ge-o-schien-ze
"Le geoscienze sono fondamentali per la sostenibilità ambientale."
Geociencias
Transliteration: Ge-o-sien-ci-as
"Las geociencias son importantes para la gestión de recursos naturales."
Geociências
Transliteration: Ge-o-ci-en-cias
"As geociências ajudam a entender melhor o nosso planeta."
भूविज्ञान
Transliteration: Bhuvijñān
"भूविज्ञान जलवायु परिवर्तन को समझने में मदद करता है।"
地球科学
Transliteration: Dìqiú kēxué
"地球科学对于理解气候变化至关重要。"
지구과학
Transliteration: Jigu gwahak
"지구과학은 기후 변화 이해에 필수적입니다."
地球科学
Transliteration: Chikyū kagaku
"地球科学は気候変動を理解するために重要です。"
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