Geological Survey Flashcards
1
Q
Why do we need surveys?
A
Understand Earth processes
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Reducing the damage of natural hazards
2
Q
Examples of type of earth processes that can be better understood
A
Volcanic eruptions
Past climate change
Mountain building
3
Q
What is the most common way to write observations?
A
Making geological maps and making diagrams
4
Q
What is the smallest scale for writing observations?
A
Stratigraphic column
5
Q
What do you need to measure thickness?
A
Distance and dip angle
6
Q
What is the equation for thickness?
A
d = L x sin(0)
7
Q
What do you use to measure dip angle?
A
Clinometer
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