petrological (Meaning)
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petrological (a.)
Of or pertaining to petrology.
Synonyms & Antonyms of petrological
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petrological Sentence Examples
- The petrological analysis revealed the presence of volcanic rocks with complex mineral assemblages.
- Petrological studies shed light on the formation and evolution of the Earth's crust.
- Petrological investigations help determine the origin of metamorphic rocks and their geological history.
- The petrological composition of a rock can be used to infer the conditions under which it formed.
- Igneous petrology focuses on the study of the origin, composition, and properties of igneous rocks.
- Metamorphic petrology examines the changes in the mineralogy, texture, and structure of rocks due to heat and pressure.
- Sedimentary petrology investigates the characteristics and processes involved in the formation and deposition of sedimentary rocks.
- Petrological mapping provides a comprehensive understanding of the distribution and relationships between different rock types in an area.
- Experimental petrology allows researchers to simulate geological processes in the laboratory to study the behavior of rocks under controlled conditions.
- The petrological study of meteorites provides insights into the composition and evolution of extraterrestrial bodies.
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Of or pertaining to petrology.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The petrological analysis revealed the presence of volcanic rocks with complex mineral assemblages.
Petrological studies shed light on the formation and evolution of the Earth's crust.
Petrological investigations help determine the origin of metamorphic rocks and their geological history.
The petrological composition of a rock can be used to infer the conditions under which it formed.
