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petrologist

/ˈpiːtrəˌlɒdʒɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does petrologist mean?

noun

A scientist who studies the origin, composition, and properties of rocks and minerals. Petrologists use a combination of field observations, laboratory experiments, and theoretical models to understand the Earth's internal and external processes.

Example

"The petrologist spent years studying the unique rock formations in the Grand Canyon."

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