geophysicist
nounUK /ˌdʒiːəʊˈfɪzɪsɪst/
US /ˌdʒiːoʊˈfɪzɪsɪst/
A geophysicist is a scientist who studies the Earth using physics, like how rocks move or how earthquakes happen.
The geophysicist used special machines to find out what lies deep under the ground.
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2. A person who studies the physical processes of planets other than Earth.
The geophysicist studied the magnetic field of Mars.
3. A researcher who uses physics to search for oil, gas, or minerals underground.
The company hired a geophysicist to locate new oil reserves.
4. A scientist who measures gravity, magnetism, and heat to understand the Earth's inside.
The geophysicist mapped the heat flow beneath the volcano.