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A rocky revolution: Can virtual 3D models transform the teaching of geology?

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Professors Terry Pavlis and Laura Serpa , from the University of Texas at El Paso, USA , are creating virtual 3D models to make the benefits of geology fieldwork accessible to everyone. Geological features — physical features of the Earth (e.g., TALK LIKE A GEOLOGIST. Contour — a line on a map joining points of equal elevation.

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Modelling mines: how can a new 3D modelling platform make mining more sustainable and be part of the solution to climate change?

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They produce samples that reveal how an orebody is layered (its stratigraphy) and other aspects of its lithology and physical characteristics. As it is open source, it is accessible to a wide range of users. Geology, maths, physics, chemistry and biology are all sciences that will be leading this research.

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Farming on permafrost

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There are limited options for importing food as some villages are only accessible by boat or plane,” says Melissa. Pathway from school to northern high latitude research • Permafrost science is a branch of Earth science that requires knowledge of geology, glaciology, geomorphology and climatology. • Glenna’s top tips 1.