introduction to geology. what is geology? examples: what is geology?

Introduction to Geology

What is Geology?

Examples:

What is Geology?

Physical nature of Earth History of the universe

Geology is the study of earth.

It is divided into physical geology (the study of Earth’s materials) and historical geology (the study of the origin and evolution of Earth and life).

What is Geology?

Who Needs Geology?

EVERY BODY!!!!!!

Who Needs Geology?

Avoiding geological hazardsEarthquakesVolcanoesTsunamisFloodsOther geological hazards

Mt. Saint Helens

Mount Saint Helens

Ashes in Farmington, NM

Flooding due to hurricane Katrina

Earthquake damage in Japan

Sea of trash from Japan because of tsunami. Tsunamis are large waves created by vibrations in the ocean, such as from earthquakes.

Sea of trash from Japan because of tsunami. Tsunamis are large waves created by vibrations in the ocean, such as from earthquakes.

Sea of trash from Japan because of tsunami.

The sea of trash will hit the California coast in May 2016. How has an earthquake that occurred in Japan created an economic burden that the United States must deal with?

Tsunami in Indonesia, 2004

Who Needs Geology?

Supplying the things we needEnergyPlasticsMetalsMaterials for basic necessities of life (homes, appliances, cars, etc)

Raw materials require removing them from the earth.

Mining and deforestation are problems that we must find solutions for in the 21st century.

We all need clean water for our survival. Clean water does not come free.

Who Needs Geology?

Protecting the environmentThere is a cost for using the EarthCarbon emissionsGreenhouse effectErosionIce caps and glaciersOverpopulation

Our energy demands come with a high price: pollution.

Intense pollution may contribute to the greenhouse effect

Glaciers are responsible for shaping the earth for millions of years. The world’s supply of glaciers are melting rapidly.

We must figure out ways to provide the necessary materials for a rapidly growing population.

Who Needs Geology?

Understanding our surroundingsAppreciating sceneryResources needed to survive and workFour-corners phenomena

Nature is beautiful!!

Our food depends on healthy soil.

Who Needs Geology?

Understanding our universeHow did the universe begin?What makes up our galaxy?What makes up the Earth as a whole?

Earth is made up of different layers.

Our planet is made up of cosmic material