Seismology
Pronunciation: /ˌsaɪzˈmɑːlədʒiː/
Seismology (noun)
- The scientific study of earthquakes and the waves they make inside the Earth.
- A field that measures Earth vibrations to learn about Earth structure and movement.
Examples
- Seismology helps scientists understand earthquakes and their causes.
- Scientists use seismology to study how earthquakes spread through rock.