Bubnoff unit en · NOUN
Etymology
Named after the geologist Serge von Bubnoff (1888–1957).
Meanings
- A unit of speed (abbreviated B) equal to one meter per 1,000,000 years, used in geology to measure rates of lowering of earth surfaces due to erosion.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bubnoff units | Number=Plur | lexicographic |