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Ology

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The suffix 'ology' indicates a field of scientific study or academic discipline. SlideMeteorology involves the study of atmospheric phenomena and weather forecasting.
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'Ology' can refer to nonscientific studies too, denoting just a field of knowledge. SlideFolklorology is the study of folklore and cultural traditions, not strictly a science.
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Many academic fields ending in 'ology' also have a corresponding 'ologist' who studies that field. SlideA paleontologist studies paleontology, the science of ancient life and fossils.