Geophysics, a branch of Earth sciences, is the study of the Earth by quantitative physical methods, especially by seismic, electromagnetic, and radioactivity methods. The theories and techniques of geophysics are employed extensively in the planetary sciences in general.
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Physicists and Astronomers Wage: $102,980 10 Year Growth Rate: 5.6% Self Employed: 0.4% Unemployment Rate: 1.4% Employed Part Time: 5.2% Education Requirements: Doctoral degree |
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