Definition & Meaning of "seismology"in English

Seismology

the scientific study of earthquakes and seismic waves, providing insights into Earth's interior, tectonic plate movement, and earthquake hazards

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Composition

Compound

Uncountable

singular

not gender specific

Examples

Seismology helps researchers monitor and understand the seismic activity along fault lines.

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