What is another word for hydrography?
Pronunciation: [ha͡ɪdɹˈɒɡɹəfi] (IPA) 
Hydrography is the study of the physical features of water bodies like oceans, rivers, lakes, and other bodies of water. It encompasses the measurement and description of various aspects of aquatic environments like water depth, current velocity, and temperature. Synonyms for hydrography can include hydrology, marine cartography, oceanography, and limnology. Hydrology involves the study of the distribution and movement of water on land. Marine cartography focuses on the mapping and charting of ocean and sea floors. Oceanography deals with the scientific study of seas and oceans, while limnology is the study of freshwater ecosystems such as lakes and rivers. Regardless of the term used, all of these related fields are vital in understanding and managing aquatic resources.
