Seismology

usgb/saɪzˈmɑːlədʒi/
noun

The study of earthquakes and the structure of the earth by examining vibrations.

The recent earthquake in Japan is being studied by experts in the field of seismology.
Visual representation of "seismology" - The study of earthquakes and the structure of the earth by examining vibrations.

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  • study seismology
  • seismology research

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Scientific Field

Seismology is a specialized scientific discipline, commonly studied by geologists or geophysicists.

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She pursued a PhD focusing on seismology to understand tectonic movements.
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Used mainly in academic or formal contexts, not in everyday conversation.

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The conference on seismology attracted researchers from around the world.
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Technical Term

Seismology includes technical vocabulary that may require further study to fully understand.

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In seismology, 'richter scale' is a term used to quantify earthquake magnitudes.
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