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Science Resources

Earth & Space Science

Suggested Search Terms

Here are some example keywords or phrases that can be used to find specific information in the library catalog and academic databases:

  • Earth Science
    • Mineralogy
    • Fossils
  • Space Science
    • Solar system
    • Stars
  • Astronomy
  • Geology

Suggested Boolean Searches

Refine searches using operators like "AND," "OR," and "NOT," ensuring more precise and relevant results.

  • Sediments and Geology
  • Theoretical astronomy and celestial mechanics
  • Plate tectonics OR transform faults
  • Applied geology NOT oil

Suggested Subject Headings

Standardized terms are used to categorize and organize content within the library catalog and academic databases to enhance search precision and efficiency.

  • Mineralogy
  • Petrology
  • Astronautics

Suggested Call Number Ranges:

Locate materials within the library in these call number areas.

  • QB1-991  - QB980-991  Astronomy

  • QE1-996.5  -  QE901-996.5 Geology

Videos

National Geographic - Birth of the Solar System

The Solar System's birth was far from peaceful. Witness the spectacular explosion known as the "Big Bang".

Khan Academy - Structure of the earth 

Structure of the Earth - crust, mantle, core

National Geographic - Reveal Earth's Atmosphere 

Gases essential to life are explored through the history of the atmosphere.

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