geological
adjective
geo·log·i·cal
ˌjē-ə-ˈlä-ji-kəl 
variants
or less commonly geologic
: of, relating to, or based on geology
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The geological formation has been studied for decades, and that long record of scientific interest shapes how the company describes its role.
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Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
The planet no longer has active plate tectonics and only experienced more significant geological activity in its distant past.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2026
On Earth, corundum typically forms deep within the planet under specific geological conditions tied to tectonic activity.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
Mars no longer has active plate tectonics and only experienced more significant geological activity in its distant past.
—Ryan Brennan
april 27, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Apr. 2026
Grand Canyon National Park offers jaw-dropping views of this massive geological wonder, while Saguaro National Park celebrates the iconic native cactus and Petrified Forest National Park showcases ancient fossils and vibrant badlands.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 27 Apr. 2026
According to the team, this wasn’t post-mortem damage from tumbling in the current, as the geological context of the find indicated transport abrasion was unlikely.
—Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 24 Apr. 2026
Every new lunar mineral discovered broadens scientific understanding of the Moon’s geological history while also providing the possibility of practical applications on Earth.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
The continent’s second-largest copper producer has in recent years pursued a policy overhaul, which includes a push to digitize geological data.
—Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 22 Apr. 2026
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Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
The planet no longer has active plate tectonics and only experienced more significant geological activity in its distant past.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2026
On Earth, corundum typically forms deep within the planet under specific geological conditions tied to tectonic activity.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
Mars no longer has active plate tectonics and only experienced more significant geological activity in its distant past.
—Ryan Brennan
april 27, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Apr. 2026
Grand Canyon National Park offers jaw-dropping views of this massive geological wonder, while Saguaro National Park celebrates the iconic native cactus and Petrified Forest National Park showcases ancient fossils and vibrant badlands.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 27 Apr. 2026
According to the team, this wasn’t post-mortem damage from tumbling in the current, as the geological context of the find indicated transport abrasion was unlikely.
—Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 24 Apr. 2026
Every new lunar mineral discovered broadens scientific understanding of the Moon’s geological history while also providing the possibility of practical applications on Earth.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
The continent’s second-largest copper producer has in recent years pursued a policy overhaul, which includes a push to digitize geological data.
—Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 22 Apr. 2026
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“Geological.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/geological. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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