Strata: meaning, definitions and examples

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strata

 

[ หˆstrรฆtษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

geological layers

Strata refer to layers of rock, sediment, or soil that are often clearly distinguishable from one another. These layers can vary in thickness and composition, giving valuable information about the Earth's history. The study of strata, a key aspect of geology, helps scientists understand the processes that formed the Earth. By examining strata, geologists can infer the age of geological formations and the environmental conditions present during their formation.

Synonyms

beds, layers, levels

Examples of usage

  • The strata revealed a rich fossil record.
  • Geologists analyzed the strata to determine the age of the rock.
  • The sedimentary strata were well-preserved.
  • Each stratum tells a story of the Earth's past.

Translations

Translations of the word "strata" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น estratos

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคคเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Schichten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lapisan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัˆะฐั€ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ warstwy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฑค

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท strates

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ estratos

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท katmanlar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ธต

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุทุจู‚ุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vrstvy

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vrstvy

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฑ‚

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ plasti

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lรถg

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะฑะฐั‚ั‚ะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒ แƒ”แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™bษ™qษ™lษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ estratos

Word origin

The word 'strata' originates from the Latin word 'stratum', which means 'layer' or 'bed'. It was derived from the verb 'stratare', meaning 'to spread out' or 'to layer'. The concept of strata is deeply rooted in geological science, where layers of rock and soil reveal important historical and environmental information about the Earth over time. The use of the term 'strata' in the context of geology has evolved since the early scientific studies of the Earth's crust, particularly during the Renaissance when scientists began systematically studying rock formations. It has since become a fundamental term in geology, paleontology, and environmental science.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,830 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.