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Lithology

usgb/lɪˈθɑːlədʒi/Volume
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Field ImportancePlay
Lithology is vital in fields like environmental geology for understanding Earth's resources. SlideTheir lithology study reshaped our views on local mineral deposits.
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Use 'lithology' in academic or scientific discussions; it's not common in casual speech. SlideThe geology conference had several papers on lithology.
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Groundwater ImpactPlay
'Lithology' helps to predict where to find groundwater by studying the rocks' properties. SlideThe area's lithology suggests a high potential for groundwater.