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Petrology

usgb/pəˈtrɑːlədʒi/Volume
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Academic Term

Used mainly in educational or scientific settings, not in everyday conversation.

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She published a paper on the petrology of metamorphic rocks.
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Scientific Discipline

Refers to a branch of geology; knowledge of geology may help understand petrology better.

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John's interest in geology led him to study petrology at the university.
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Specialization Field

Can indicate someone's expertise or the specific area of study within geology.

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She is a geologist with a specialization in petrology.
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