geology
noun
ge·ol·o·gy
jē-ˈä-lə-jē 
plural geologies
1
a
: a science that deals with the history of the earth and its life especially as recorded in rocks
b
: a study of the solid matter of a celestial body (such as the moon)
2
: geologic features
the geology of Arizona
3
: a treatise on geology
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learning about the geology of Hawaii
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
The instruments, which will also study the moon's geology and atmosphere, will operate simultaneously on every pass so that scientists can layer the data together to paint a full picture of the moon.
—Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 14 Oct. 2024
The park’s visitor center gives guests the opportunity to view uncut diamonds and learn about geology.
—Ashley J. Dimella Fox News, Fox News, 10 Oct. 2024
Due to its sheer physical area, The United States is the perfect breeding ground for whiskey innovation thanks to the tapestry of geology, climates and cultures spread across the country.
—Chris Perugini, Forbes, 25 Sep. 2024
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“Geology.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/geology. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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geology
noun
ge·ol·o·gy
jē-ˈäl-ə-jē
plural geologies
1
a
: a science that deals with the history of the earth and its life especially as recorded in rocks
b
: a study of the features of a heavenly body (as the moon)
2
: the geologic features (as mountains or plains) of an area
geologic
adjective
ˌjē-ə-ˈläj-ik
or geological
-i-kəl
geologically
adverb
-i-k(ə-)lē
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