Geology

Địa chất học

Geology is the scientific study of the Earth, including its composition, structure, physical properties, and the processes that shape it over time. Geologists examine rocks, minerals, fossils, and landforms to understand Earth's history and predict future changes.

Key Questions

•How did Earth form and evolve?
•What processes shape Earth's surface?
•How do rocks and minerals form?

Subfields & Specializations (5)

Mineralogy

Khoáng vật học

Study of minerals and their properties

Petrology

Thạch học

Study of rocks and their formation

Structural Geology

Địa chất cấu tạo

Study of rock deformation and Earth's structure

Paleontology

Cổ sinh vật học

Study of fossils and ancient life

Geophysics

Địa vật lý

Application of physics to study Earth