Definition

A line that connects points on a chart where events happen at the same time or where things are of the same age, often used in geology to show the age of rocks.

Example

The geologist used an isochron to illustrate the age of the rock layers in the area.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of an isochron?

Yeah, I think it's related to geology or something, right?

Exactly! It's a line connecting rocks of the same age on a chart.

That's pretty interesting; I didn't know that!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Isochron is formed from "iso-" (meaning equal) and "chronos" (meaning time). The word describes events that occur at equal intervals of time.

Memory Tip

Think of 'equal' ('iso-') time intervals when you hear 'isochron' — it refers to things happening at the same time.

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