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Earth Science covers all facets of how the earth works, from from volcanoes to the world's oceans.
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Geology
Geology is the study of the composition and physical properties of rocks, minerals, gems and other related earth materials, including diamonds and crystals. Scientists gain an understanding of the Earth's history by studying its composition.
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