Meaning of the word petrology in English

What does petrology mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

petrology

US /pəˈtrɑː.lə.dʒi/
UK /pəˈtrɒl.ə.dʒi/
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Noun

the branch of geology that studies the origin, composition, structure, and alteration of rocks

Example:
She decided to specialize in petrology to better understand volcanic formations.
Advanced petrology involves the chemical analysis of mineral samples.