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environmental science

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noun

  1. the branch of science concerned with the physical, chemical, and biological conditions of the environment and their effect on organisms.

Etymology

Origin of environmental science

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

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They recommend a One Health approach, which brings together experts in human health, environmental science, and water management to tackle the issue from multiple angles.

From Science Daily • May 2, 2026

The amount varies widely—goods with lots of plastic might have a petroleum content as high as 40%, according to Christie Sayes, professor of environmental science at Baylor University.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

Fay Butler is in her first year of studying environmental science and looking for a place with friends.

From BBC • Nov. 15, 2025

Max Moritz is a Cooperative Extension wildfire specialist and an adjunct professor of environmental science at UC Santa Barbara.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2025

There were AP classes and academies—public health, visual arts, environmental science.

From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater

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