noun
- the scientific study of soils, including their formation, classification, and properties
- the study of children’s behavior and development
Usage: scientific
Usage: psychology; education
Examples
- The university offers a degree program in pedology for students interested in soil science.
- Pedology research helps farmers understand which crops grow best in different soil types.
- The pedology lab analyzed soil samples from various agricultural regions.
- Her work in pedology focuses on how children learn language skills.
- The pedology department studies both soil composition and child development.
- Modern pedology uses advanced techniques to classify soil properties.