ScienceWhat is science? A system of knowledge and the methods you use to find that knowledge. Science begins with curiosity and often ends with discovery. Example: Sea Turtles and why they are struggling in birth-rates…other questions you may have?

Branches of Science Physical Science1. Physics- study of matter and energy and the interactions

between the two through forces and motions2. Chemistry- the study of composition, structure, properties, and

reactions of matter Earth and Space Science1. Geology- study of origin, history, and structure of Earth2. Astronomy- study of universe beyond Earth3. Oceanology- study of oceans and its components Life Science1. Biology- study of life and the internal interactions2. Zoology- study of animals3. Anatomy- study of the human body4. Ecology- study of interactions between organisms and their

environment

Science-ologyWhat does the word “ology” mean?

Biology- study of lifeBio = Life and ology = study of

See if you can find the definition of these words• Astrology• Ichthyology• Kinesiology• Mammalogy