geology — the science that deals with the earth's physical structure and substance, its history, and the processes that act on it
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the science that deals with the earth's physical structure and substance, its history, and the processes that act on it
Pronunciation (IPA): /dʒiˈɑːlədʒi/
Example Sentences
- My geology professor says rocks are like Earth's diary entries.
- Understanding geology helps predict earthquakes and find natural resources.
- The geology of this region reveals that it was once underwater.
geology
NOUN[/dʒiˈɑːlədʒi/]
the science that deals with the earth's physical structure and substance, its history, and the processes that act on it
The geologist read the cliff face like a history book — each layer a different age of the earth.
GEO(earth) + LOGY(study) — geology is simply the study of the earth.
The geologist offered no apology — the archaeology spoke for itself.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'geo' meaning earth and 'logia' meaning study or discourse. The term was coined in the late 17th century to describe the scientific study of the Earth's structure and composition.
Breakdown
geo- (earth) + -logy (study of) = geology
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📝Examples
“My geology professor says rocks are like Earth's diary entries.”
“Understanding geology helps predict earthquakes and find natural resources.”
“The geology of this region reveals that it was once underwater.”
“He changed his major from computer science to geology because he prefers rocks to codes.”
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