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lithology

/lɪˈθɒl.ə.dʒi/

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noun

/lɪˈθɒl.ə.dʒi/C1formalscientific
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее раздел геологии, изучающий происхождение, формирование, минеральный состав и классификацию горных пород.

A noun referring to the branch of geology that studies the origin, formation, mineral composition, and classification of rocks.

uncountable

  1. Study of RocksC1formalscientific

    The branch of geology concerned with the description and classification of rocks, including their origin, formation, mineral composition, and structure.

    ruЛитология

    • Lithology is essential for understanding the geological history of an area.
    • The student specialized in lithology to analyze rock formations.
    • Fieldwork in lithology involves collecting and identifying rock samples.
    • The lithology of the region indicates volcanic activity millions of years ago.

    Synonymspetrology

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  • lithology's possessive singular form