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Petrology
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岩石学
the branch of geology that focuses on the study of rocks, their classification, composition, origin, and the processes involved in their formation
Example
Petrology investigates the diverse types of rocks found in the Earth's crust and their characteristics.
Igneous petrology explores the origin and classification of rocks formed from molten magma.
Metamorphic petrology studies rocks that have undergone changes in mineral composition and texture due to heat and pressure.
