Define fieldwork.

Fieldwork refers to the practical work or research conducted by scientists, scholars, or professionals in a natural environment or real-world setting rather than in a controlled laboratory or academic setting. It often involves direct observation, data collection, and experimentation in the field, which could be anywhere from a forest to a laboratory. Fieldwork is common in various disciplines such as anthropology, biology, geology, ecology, sociology, and geography, among others. It allows researchers to gather firsthand information, study phenomena in their natural context, and make observations that may not be possible within a laboratory setting.