Geophysics (Noun)
Meaning
Geology that uses physical principles to study properties of the earth.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The geophysics team used seismic surveys to map the subsurface structure of the potential oil field.
- Geophysics involves the study of the earth's magnetic and gravitational fields to understand its internal composition.
- The professor of geophysics explained how the earth's core generates the planet's magnetic field.
- To locate mineral deposits, geologists often use geophysics techniques such as ground-penetrating radar.
- The geophysics laboratory was equipped with state-of-the-art instruments to analyze the earth's seismic activity.