Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
petrologic
Adjective
/pɛˈtrɒlədʒɪk/
Definition
Relating to the study of rocks and the conditions under which they form.
Examples
- Petrologic studies help scientists understand the formation of various rock types.
- The petrologic analysis revealed the mineral composition of the sample.
Meaning
Petrologic pertains to the branch of geology that deals with the origin, composition, and structure of rocks.
Synonyms
- Geological
- Rock-related
- Stratigraphic