Question

what subspecialty of earth science studies patterns of weather over a long period of time?

○ tectonics

○ climatology

○ geochemistry

○ paleontology

Explanation:

Tectonics focuses on Earth's crustal movements; geochemistry studies Earth's chemical composition; paleontology examines ancient life. Climatology specifically analyzes long-term weather patterns and trends.

Answer:

B. climatology