The science of measuring Earth's shape and size is called: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The science of measuring Earth's shape and size is called:

A. Geodesy

B. Meteorology

C. Petrology

D. Hydrology

Answer: Option A

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Geodesy is the science concerned with measuring and understanding Earth's geometric shape and gravitational field.

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