Geodynamicist

/ˌdʒiːoʊ.daɪˈnæm.ɪ.sɪst/ noun

Definition

A scientist who studies the forces, movements, and energy within the Earth that cause geological changes.

Etymology

From geodynamic + -ist (suffix meaning 'one who practices or specializes in'). Created in the 20th century as geodynamics became an established scientific discipline.

Kelly Says

A geodynamicist might use supercomputers to simulate what happens deep inside Earth during continental collisions, solving mysteries that would take millions of years to watch in real time.

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