Earth Science Terms

noun a substance, such as mud or dust, that soils someone or something

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• The soil was rich in nutrients, but there was also a lot of dirt mixed in.
• I don't mind getting my hands dirty with a little bit of dirt while gardening.
• I can't believe you're dating that guy, he's such a dirtbag.
• She felt like she couldn't shake off the dirt of her past mistakes.

noun the general appearance or character of a rock formation

• The geologist carefully studied the different facies of rock formations in the area.
• She pointed out the different facies of the building, noting the various architectural styles.
• Check out the cool facies on that car, it's so sleek and stylish.
• The artist used a variety of colors and textures to create a facies of emotions in her painting.

noun a person who studies the climate and its effects on the environment

• The climate scientist presented their research findings at the international conference.
• I heard that the climate scientist is giving a talk at the university next week.
• The climate scientist is really on top of their game when it comes to studying climate change.
• The climate scientist is like a detective, piecing together clues to understand the Earth's changing climate.

noun a pleasant, earthy smell that frequently accompanies the first rain after a long period of warm, dry weather

• The petrichor in the air after a summer rain is a result of the release of oils from the earth.
• I love the smell of petrichor after a rainstorm, it's so refreshing.
• Dude, the petrichor outside is giving me life right now.
• The petrichor of nostalgia filled the room as she opened the old photo album.

noun the force that pulls objects toward the center of the Earth

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• The acceleration of gravity on Earth is approximately 9.81 meters per second squared.
• Did you know that the acceleration of gravity makes things fall at the same rate regardless of their weight?
• Dude, the acceleration of gravity is what makes stuff drop like a rock.
• The acceleration of gravity can feel like a weight pulling you down when you're feeling overwhelmed.