geo
lo
gy
1
地质学, 地球科学
a field of science that studies the structure of the earth and its history
Geology is the study of the Earth’s structure, materials, and processes. Geologists examine rocks, minerals, and landforms, and investigate how the Earth’s surface has changed over time due to forces like plate tectonics, erosion, and volcanic activity. Geology helps us understand natural disasters, locate resources like minerals and fossil fuels, and study Earth’s history and future.
- Geology explains why mountain ranges exist and how they formed over millions of years.
地质学解释了山脉存在的原因以及它们是如何在数百万年中形成的。
- Understanding the principles of geology helps predict earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
理解地质学的原理有助于预测地震和火山喷发。
- Studying geology reveals the history of our planet, from the formation of continents to the evolution of life.
研究地质学可以揭示我们星球的历史，从大陆的形成到生命的进化。