Geochronological

/ˌdʒiːoʊˌkrɑːnəˈlɑːdʒɪkəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to the study and dating of rocks and geological events using age-determination techniques.

Etymology

From geochronology + -ical suffix. The -ical form became standard in scientific English, indicating a comprehensive, systemic approach.

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Geochronological analysis of meteorites showed that the solar system is 4.6 billion years old—a number that would've been unimaginable to scientists just 150 years ago.

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