Paleontologi
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NounNoun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
A branch of biology and geology that studies the history of life on Earth through the analysis of “fossils”. This field examines the structure, development, and relationships of ancient organisms to understand the evolution of past flora and fauna systematically and scientifically.
Synonyms & Variants
biologi purba
Technical term referring to the study of life of organisms in past geological times.
ilmu fosil
Descriptive term for the field studying remains of past organisms.
ilmu kehidupan purba
Phrase used in popular educational contexts to explain paleontology.
paleontologia
Old spelling or classical loan form of the term paleontology.
paleontologi
Standard form used in scientific literature.
Usage Notes or Etymology
This term derives from the Greek combination of palaios meaning ancient, ontos for being, and logos denoting study. Etymologically, it points to the systematic study of past biological entities through the fossil record. In formal contexts, this term is utilized in academic and scientific discourse to label the discipline bridging biology and geology. Its usage reflects intellectual precision, frequently encountered in reports on macro evolution or the reconstruction of ancient ecosystems that require an empirical, stratigraphy-based database.
Real-world Usage
Penelitian paleontologi sangat penting untuk memahami evolusi makhluk hidup di masa lampau.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.