paleogeography
/ˌpeɪlioʊdʒiˈɑɡrəfi/
noun
- The study of the physical geography of the Earth's surface in ancient geological times, including the positions of continents, oceans, and mountains.
- In her geology class, she learned about the paleogeography of the supercontinent Pangaea.
- The museum exhibit used maps to show the paleogeography of the region during the age of dinosaurs.
- Paleogeography helps scientists understand how the continents have moved over millions of years.