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Our environment is currently threatened, especially by global climate change, but to save the planet, we need to understand the planet.
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Earth Science helps us understand our planet because it is the study of the solid Earth, how it works, and its history since formation 4.6 billion years ago.
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Earth Science includes geology, geophysics and physical geography, which all focus on understanding different aspects of the Earth, using various different methods.
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Earth Scientists use their knowledge of how the Earth works in many different ways to help create a sustainable future for us all.
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If you want to be an Earth Scientist, to help maintain a sustainable planet, you can find out more on these pages about studying Earth Science at UK universities.