geodetics
/ˌdʒiːoʊˈdɛtɪks/
noun
- The branch of science that deals with the measurement and representation of the Earth's shape, size, and gravitational field.
- Geodetics is essential for creating accurate maps and GPS systems.
- Advances in geodetics have improved our understanding of how continents drift over time.
- The university offers a graduate program in geodetics for students interested in Earth science.
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