Environmental science

Environmental science is an interdisciplinary academic field that integrates physical, biological and information sciences (including ecology, biology, physics, chemistry, plant science, zoology, mineralogy, oceanography, limnology, soil science, geology and physical geography, and atmospheric science) to the study of the environment, and the solution of environmental problems.

Overview

Environmental science emerged from the fields of natural history and medicine during the Enlightenment. Today it provides an integrated, quantitative, and interdisciplinary approach to the study of environmental systems.

Related fields

Environmental studies incorporate more of the social sciences for understanding human relationships, perceptions and policies towards the environment. Environmental engineering focuses on design and technology for improving environmental quality in every aspect.

See also

• Ecology
• Biology
• Physics
• Chemistry
• Plant Science
• Zoology
• Mineralogy
• Oceanography
• Limnology
• Soil Science
• Geology
• Physical Geography
• Atmospheric Science
• Environmental Studies
• Environmental Engineering

References

Environmental science Resources
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