Stratigraphy

usgb/strəˈtɪɡrəfi/
noun

The study of rock layers and layering, used to understand the history of the Earth.

Geologists use stratigraphy to determine the relative ages of rocks.
Visual representation of "stratigraphy" - The study of rock layers and layering, used to understand the history of the Earth.

Often appears as...

  • stratigraphic column
  • stratified rock

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sedimentary rock, geological layers, fossil records

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Contextual Approach

Understanding the context in which stratigraphy is used is crucial, especially in geology.

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In geological studies, stratigraphy helps place fossils in chronological order.
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Metaphorical Use

Stratigraphy can also describe complex systems and layers in other fields.

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In historical research, stratigraphy refers to layers of information that build on each other.
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