Definition

Relating to the study of the Earth's magnetic field, especially when observed from the air.

Example

The aeromagnetic survey provided valuable data for the geological study.

Conversation

Did you hear about the aeromagnetic survey they conducted last week?

Yeah, I heard it revealed some interesting data about the area's geology.

I wonder how they even perform those aeromagnetic studies from the air.

They use specialized aircraft equipped with sensors; it's pretty fascinating!

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Root Explanation

Aeromagnetic → It is formed from "aero-" (from Greek "aēr", meaning air) and "magnetic" (from Latin "magneticus", meaning pertaining to magnetism). The word "aeromagnetic" refers to the magnetic properties of the air or the study of magnetic fields in the atmosphere.

Memory Tip

Think of 'air' ('aero-') and 'magnetism' ('magnetic') to remember that 'aeromagnetic' relates to the magnetic properties found in the air.

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