Geological Surveys: Conducting geological surveys to collect data on rocks, minerals, soil, and other Earth materials. This may include fieldwork, sample collection, and laboratory analysis.
Mineral Exploration: Assessing the potential of geological formations to contain valuable minerals and resources. Geologists may be involved in exploration, extraction, and mining operations.
Environmental Assessment: Evaluating the impact of human activities on the environment, such as construction, land development, or resource extraction. Geologists help mitigate environmental risks.
Geological Mapping: Creating geological maps to depict the distribution of rocks, minerals, and geological features. These maps aid in land use planning and resource management.
Hazard Assessment: Identifying geological hazards, including earthquakes, landslides, volcanoes, and sinkholes, and providing risk assessments and strategies for mitigating hazards.