geophysical
geophysical — adjective
1. relating to the science that explores the physical makeup of the planet — from t
relating to the science that explores the physical makeup of the planet — from the molten core and rocky crust to the oceans, air, and magnetic field — and the ways these elements shape one another.
The research team used geophysical methods to map the ancient riverbed hidden under the desert.
collocation: geophysical methods
A geophysical survey of the area helped engineers decide where to build the new bridge.
collocation: geophysical survey
Dr. Ines Okonkwo published a geophysical study of earthquake patterns in Southeast Asia.
The university's geophysical laboratory monitors changes in the Earth's magnetic field every day.
Geophysical data collected by satellites helps scientists predict changes in ocean currents and weather patterns.
- geological
Narrower focus on rocks, minerals, and Earth history; geophysical is broader, covering magnetism, gravity, and atmospheric physics
- seismological
Limited specifically to earthquakes and underground movement; geophysical covers many more phenomena
文法句型
geophysical + noun
用法筆記
Common in academic and technical contexts. Frequently appears before nouns such as survey, data, study, research, and methods. Not used in everyday conversation.