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What It’s Really Like to Be a Geologist
Have you ever looked at a mountain and wondered how old it is? Or picked up a rock and imagined where it came from? For a geologist, those aren’t just passing thoughts—they’re daily curiosities turned into careers. But what is the actual day-to-day life of a geologist like? Is it all about rock hammers, dirt, … Read more
Application of GIS in Geology
Imagine standing on a remote hillside, hammer in hand, notebook stuffed with strike-and-dip readings, and a mind full of questions about the rock beneath your boots. Now, imagine returning to your desk, firing up your laptop, and watching that same hillside come alive on your screen—with colorful layers showing rock types, fault zones, mineral deposits, … Read more
Clinometer for geological mapping: Parts and uses
The compass-clinometer is used to measure: (1) the orientation of geological planes and lineations with respect to north; and (2) the angle of dip of geological features with respect to the horizontal. This allows an accurate record of the geometry of the features to be constructed. The compass-clinometer can also be used in conjunction with … Read more
How is Marble Formed Step by Step?
A Journey from Limestone to Luxurious Stone Marble — the timeless, elegant stone gracing palaces, temples, sculptures, and modern homes — has a fascinating origin. You might admire its veined surface or the cool feel underfoot, but have you ever wondered how marble comes to be? Surprisingly, it’s a story of transformation that unfolds deep … Read more
What are the uses of geology in human life?
When we hear the word geology, many of us imagine rocks, fossils, and maybe a scientist hammering away at a cliff face. But geology is so much more than that — it is the very foundation (quite literally) of our everyday lives. From the water we drink to the houses we live in, from the … Read more
Wooden Wentworth Scale in Sedimentary Geology
The classification of sedimentary particles based on their size is an essential aspect of sedimentology, helping geologists interpret depositional environments, transport mechanisms, and energy conditions. One of the most widely used systems for this purpose is the Wentworth Grain Size Scale, developed by Chester K. Wentworth in 1922. The Wooden Wentworth Scale, a practical tool … Read more