paleolatitudes

/ˌpeɪlioʊˈlætɪtjuːdz/

Meanings

noun

The former latitude of a particular geologic formation at a time in the geologic past, often specifically the time of formation

Examples :

"By studying the magnetic alignment of iron-rich rocks, scientists can estimate the paleolatitudes of ancient continents, revealing how they have drifted over millions of years. "

Related Words

studying verb

/ˈstʌdiːɪŋ/

(usually academic) To review materials already learned in order to make sure one does not forget them, usually in preparation for an examination.

"I need to study my biology notes."

particular noun

/pəˈtɪkjələ/ /pəˈtɪkjəlɚ/

A small individual part of something larger; a detail, a point.

"The teacher pointed out a particular detail in the math problem that several students missed. "

revealing verb

/ɹəˈviːlɪŋ/

To uncover; to show and display that which was hidden.

"The magician was revealing his trick by showing how the disappearing box worked. "

scientists noun

/ˈsaɪəntɪsts/

One whose activities make use of the scientific method to answer questions regarding the measurable universe. A scientist may be involved in original research, or make use of the results of the research of others.

"Scientists study plants to understand how they grow. "

alignment noun

[əˈɫaɪnmənt]

An arrangement of items in a line.

"The alignment of the students' desks in the classroom made it easier for the teacher to circulate. "

specifically adverb

/spəˈsɪf.ɪk.li/

In a specific manner, applying to or naming a particular thing or things, expressly, explicitly

"My teacher explained the new math formula specifically for students in the advanced class. "

continents noun

/ˈkɑntənən(t)s/ /ˈkɑntɪnən(t)s/

Each of the main continuous land-masses on the earth's surface, now generally regarded as seven in number, including their related islands, continental shelves etc.

"Students in geography class learn about the seven continents: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Europe, Australia, and Antarctica. "

magnetic adjective

/mæɡˈnɛtɪk/

Of, relating to, operating by, or caused by magnetism.

"a magnetic recorder"

latitude noun

/ˈlæt.ɪ.tjuːd/ /ˈlæt.ə.tjud/

The angular distance north or south from a planet's equator, measured along the meridian of that particular point.

"My sister lives at a high latitude in Canada, far north of the equator. "

formation noun

/fə(ɹ).ˈmeɪ.ʃən/ /fɔɹ.ˈmeɪ.ʃən/

Something possessing structure or form.

"The intricate formation of the puzzle pieces allowed the child to assemble a picture of a dog. "

geologic adjective

/ˌdʒiː.əˈlɒdʒ.ɪk/ /ˌdʒi.əˈlɑdʒ.ɪk/

Of, or relating to geology or a geologic time scale.

"The professor explained the geologic history of the Earth in class. "

estimate noun

/ˈɛstɨmɨt/

A rough calculation or assessment of the value, size, or cost of something.

"The estimate for the new school library project was $50,000. "