Branches of Science

Beth Roland Eighth Grade Science

Jacobs Fork Middle School

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Branches of Science

Life Earth Physical

Life Science

• Branch of Science that investigates living and once living organisms

• Studies how species and individuals come into existence, and the interactions they have with each other and with their environment

• Biology, Botany, Zoology

Earth Science

• Branch of science that studies the Earth, the heavens, and celestial bodies

• Investigates the structure, origin and phenomena of celestial bodies

• Geology, Meteorology, Oceanography

Physical Science

• Branch that analyzes the nature and properties of energy and nonliving matter

• Physics, Chemistry, Astronomy

Where does Technology Fit in?

• The use of tools and machines to do tasks efficiently.

• Scientists use technology (computers, machines to measure data, etc.) as tools to increase our knowledge of our world.