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

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Geological features — physical features of the Earth (e.g., Virtual 3D model — a three-dimensional representation of a feature that can be explored on a computer. Once stitched together, the 3D model can be viewed and manipulated, allowing anyone with a computer to explore the geology of the landscape. geologycareerpathways.

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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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There is also a lot happening in the realm of data science, however, basic geology research is still required and is essential for making use of the outcomes of data analytics. My year 10 geography teacher taught us about plate tectonics, and that was it! Geoscience is just one of a whole range of Earth sciences.

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Farming on permafrost

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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. • If you are interested in geomorphology , consider studying physical geography, geology or Earth science at university.

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What is the fate of dissolved oxygen in our oceans?

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CLIMATE MODELS — big computer models that use maths, physics and chemistry to characterise how energy and matter (solid, gas or fluid) flow between the hydrosphere (oceans, ice, rivers and lakes), atmosphere and land. . • In the end, I chose a subject that incorporates all the topics I enjoyed at secondary school: physical geography.

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