Morphometry
Morphometry
Morphometry (pronunciation: /mɔːrˈfɒmɪtri/), derived from the Greek words morphē meaning 'shape, form' and metron meaning 'measure', is the quantitative analysis of form, a concept that encompasses size and shape. Morphometry is used in various fields such as biology, geography, and geology to quantify the shape of organisms, landforms, or other structures.
Etymology
The term "morphometry" is derived from the Greek words morphē (meaning 'shape, form') and metron (meaning 'measure'). It was first used in the English language in the late 19th century to describe the measurement of the form of organisms.
Related Terms
- Morphology (biology): The study of the form and structure of organisms and their specific structural features.
- Geometric morphometrics: A method used in the field of biology for studying the shape of structures or forms, using the techniques of geometry and multivariate statistics.
- Stereology: A method used to interpret three-dimensional structures from two-dimensional images, such as those obtained from sections through a microscope.
- Biometry: The application of statistics to biological data.
- Phenotype: The set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.
Applications
Morphometry has a wide range of applications in various fields. In biology, it is used to quantify the shape of organisms, which can be useful in understanding their evolution and development. In geography, morphometry is used to measure and analyze the shape of landforms, which can provide insights into the processes that have shaped the Earth's surface. In geology, morphometry can be used to quantify the shape of geological structures, such as faults and folds, which can help in understanding the processes that have shaped the Earth's crust.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Morphometry
- Wikipedia's article - Morphometry
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