palaeogeology

• Ramo da geologia que estuda as características geológicas de épocas passadas da Terra, especialmente as que hoje estão soterradas sob camadas de rochas.

A noun referring to the study of geological features that were once at the Earth's surface but are now buried beneath layers of rock.

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1. Study of ancient surface geologyC2formalscientific

   The branch of geology that investigates the geological features and processes that existed at the Earth's surface in the past but are now buried beneath younger rock layers.

   Estudo da geologia de superfície antiga

   • Palaeogeology helps reconstruct ancient landscapes that are now hidden deep underground.
   • Researchers used palaeogeology to map a buried mountain range.
   • The study of palaeogeology is crucial for understanding the Earth's long-term surface evolution.

   Sinônimospaleogeology