There are answers to questions like this one, and they can be found through the study of Earth science, or geoscience. The goal is to heighten public awareness about the important role that Earth science plays in each of our lives. We can better prepare for and mitigate geologic hazards like earthquakes, floods, and landslides. We can also resolve water quality and quantity issues among other environmental concerns.
Earth science can play a big role in the economic arena, as well.
In honor of Earth Science Week, UT Martin is hosting an Open House on Friday, October 15 through the Department of Geology, Geography, and Physics. Registered teachers and over 1,600 students will participate in a wide variety of activities, lectures, and demonstrations about Earth science. There will even be a piece of Moon crust from the Apollo 17 mission on display and meteorite samples from Meteor Crater in Arizona for students to see and touch.