stratigraphy « Back to Glossary IndexThe study of rock layers and their relationships to each other within a specific area. Synonyms: stratigraphicRelated Articles: 16 Energy and Mineral Resources4 Igneous Processes and Volcanoes5 Weathering, Erosion, and Sedimentary Rocks7 Geologic Time9 Crustal Deformation and Earthquakes« Back to Glossary Index Author: Chris Associate Professor, Salt Lake Community College, Salt Lake City, Utah View all posts by Chris