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Geology

The science that comprises the study of the solid Earth and the processes by which it is shaped and changed.

Contributors in Geology

Geology

apogee

Earth science; Geology

The point in the orbit of an Earth satellite where it is farthest from the Earth.

colonialism

Earth science; Geology

When a nation-state annexes another state and rules over it for a period of time.

agro-meteorology

Earth science; Geology

The study of how weather affects the physical environment in agricultural systems.

applied geography

Earth science; Geology

To apply geographical knowledge or skills to the solution of a problem in society.

cloud

Earth science; Geology

A visible dense mass of water droplets and / or ice crystals suspended in the air.

containerisation

Earth science; Geology

The method of storing shipped goods in containers, easily loaded on and off ships.

coset

Earth science; Geology

A group of units of cross-bedding which shows a uniform direction of current flow.

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