Geochronologist

/ˌdʒiːoʊkrəˈnɑːlədʒɪst/ noun

Definition

A scientist who specializes in determining the age of rocks, minerals, and geological events using dating techniques.

Etymology

From geochronology + -ist (practitioner). The profession became established with the refinement of radiometric dating in the mid-20th century.

Kelly Says

A geochronologist might work with a piece of rock and radioactive isotopes to tell you exactly when a volcano erupted or an ocean dried up millions of years ago.

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