Articles related to "Geologist"
Alice Wilson, 1st Female Geologist
Fascinated with science before girls were supposed to be, Alice Wilson overcame barriers and years of roadblocks to become one of Canada's leading earth scientists.
dr alice wilson • alice evelyn wilson 1881 - 1964 • alice wilson first female geologist • alice wilson first woman royal society of canada • alice wilson geological survey of canada
Fascinated with science before girls were supposed to be, Alice Wilson overcame barriers and years of roadblocks to become one of Canada's leading earth scientists.
dr alice wilson • alice evelyn wilson 1881 - 1964 • alice wilson first female geologist • alice wilson first woman royal society of canada • alice wilson geological survey of canada
James Hutton the Geologist
Brief biography of James Hutton with focus as a geologist, famous for his Theory of the Earth.
james hutton the geologist • founder of modern geology • james hutton geologist • james hutton biography • hutton theory of the earth
Brief biography of James Hutton with focus as a geologist, famous for his Theory of the Earth.
james hutton the geologist • founder of modern geology • james hutton geologist • james hutton biography • hutton theory of the earth
A Visit to the Aurora Fossil Museum
The Aurora Fossil Museum in Aurora, North Carolina is a small museum, but it is a great place to do some amateur fossil collecting.
museum • natural history • natural history museum • paleontology • paleontologist
The Aurora Fossil Museum in Aurora, North Carolina is a small museum, but it is a great place to do some amateur fossil collecting.
museum • natural history • natural history museum • paleontology • paleontologist
A Visit to the Museum of Life and Science
The Museum of Life and Science in Durham, North Carolina is a lesser-known museum that offers a great way to keep adults and children entertained.
museum • museums • science museum • natural history museum • science
The Museum of Life and Science in Durham, North Carolina is a lesser-known museum that offers a great way to keep adults and children entertained.
museum • museums • science museum • natural history museum • science
A Visit to the Science Museum of Minnesota
The Science Museum of Minnesota in St. Paul, Minnesota is a lesser-known museum, but it is worth a visit.
museum • science museum • natural history • science • natural history museum
The Science Museum of Minnesota in St. Paul, Minnesota is a lesser-known museum, but it is worth a visit.
museum • science museum • natural history • science • natural history museum
A Visit to the University of Kansas Natural History Museum
The University of Kansas Natural History Museum in Lawrence, Kansas is a lesser-known, small museum that is worth a visit.
museum • natural history museum • paleontology • paleontologist • geology
The University of Kansas Natural History Museum in Lawrence, Kansas is a lesser-known, small museum that is worth a visit.
museum • natural history museum • paleontology • paleontologist • geology
Book Review: Evidence from the Earth
<I>Evidence from the Earth</I> is an interesting book about the development of forensic criminal investigation, and how geology can be used to solve crimes.
geology • geologist • paleontology • paleontologist • forensic
<I>Evidence from the Earth</I> is an interesting book about the development of forensic criminal investigation, and how geology can be used to solve crimes.
geology • geologist • paleontology • paleontologist • forensic
Book Review: Krakatoa
Simon Winchester is one of my favorite authors, so I was very excited to read his book about the 1883 eruption of Krakatoa.
krakatoa • volcano • volcanoes • volcanology • volcanic
Simon Winchester is one of my favorite authors, so I was very excited to read his book about the 1883 eruption of Krakatoa.
krakatoa • volcano • volcanoes • volcanology • volcanic
Recommended Paleontology Books 2003
Here are some books that will make great gifts for the budding young paleontologist in your life.
paleontology • geology • book • books • paleontologist
Here are some books that will make great gifts for the budding young paleontologist in your life.
paleontology • geology • book • books • paleontologist
Society of Vertebrate Paleontology Annual Meeting 2003
Paleontologists met in St. Paul, Minnesota in October 2003 for the 63th annual meeting of the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology.
paleontology • paleontologist • geology • geologist • minnesota
Paleontologists met in St. Paul, Minnesota in October 2003 for the 63th annual meeting of the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology.
paleontology • paleontologist • geology • geologist • minnesota
Society of Vertebrate Paleontology Annual Meeting 2004
Over 1,100 paleontologists converged on Denver, Colorado and the Denver Museum of Natural History November 3rd through 6th for the 65th annual meeting of the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology.
paleontology • paleontologist • geology • geologist
Over 1,100 paleontologists converged on Denver, Colorado and the Denver Museum of Natural History November 3rd through 6th for the 65th annual meeting of the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology.
paleontology • paleontologist • geology • geologist
Whale Watching with the Virginia Marine Science Museum
When you think about whale-watching trips, you probably think about traveling to such locations as Alaska, the Caribbean, or even Hawaii. Virginia Beach, Virginia probably does not come to mind as one of the great whale-watching destinations.
geoloogy • geologist • paleontology • paleontologist • museum
When you think about whale-watching trips, you probably think about traveling to such locations as Alaska, the Caribbean, or even Hawaii. Virginia Beach, Virginia probably does not come to mind as one of the great whale-watching destinations.
geoloogy • geologist • paleontology • paleontologist • museum
Seafloor Spreading, Part 1
A revolution spread through the science of geology in the 1960’s and culminated in the theory of plate tectonics. The theory was supported by key research conducted in and under the world’s oceans that led to the idea of seafloor spreading.
geology • geophysics • earth • science • earth science
A revolution spread through the science of geology in the 1960’s and culminated in the theory of plate tectonics. The theory was supported by key research conducted in and under the world’s oceans that led to the idea of seafloor spreading.
geology • geophysics • earth • science • earth science
Make Your Own Fossil
Fossils are important tools to help geologists learn the history of the earth. Fossils are more than just rocks, they are rocks with a secret! Come learn the secret, and make your own fossils.
dinosaurs • dirt • earth • easy • fossil
Fossils are important tools to help geologists learn the history of the earth. Fossils are more than just rocks, they are rocks with a secret! Come learn the secret, and make your own fossils.
dinosaurs • dirt • earth • easy • fossil
Use Maps, Books, Experts - Identify Fossil Finds
Amateur paleontologists have provided numerous scientifically significant discoveries to museums. It is important to try to identify the fossil before asking an expert.
amateur paleontologist • fossil identification • find local fossils • fossil resources • fossil hunting tips
Amateur paleontologists have provided numerous scientifically significant discoveries to museums. It is important to try to identify the fossil before asking an expert.
amateur paleontologist • fossil identification • find local fossils • fossil resources • fossil hunting tips
Use Maps, Books, Experts - Identify Fossil Finds
Amateur paleontologists have provided numerous scientifically significant discoveries to museums. It is important to try to identify the fossil before asking an expert.
amateur paleontologist • fossil identification • find local fossils • fossil resources • fossil hunting tips
Amateur paleontologists have provided numerous scientifically significant discoveries to museums. It is important to try to identify the fossil before asking an expert.
amateur paleontologist • fossil identification • find local fossils • fossil resources • fossil hunting tips
James Hutton and Farming
Biography of James Hutton from his early life to early 1660s as an innovative farmer, prior to becoming a geologist.
james hutton • hutton founder of modern geology • james hutton and farming • james hutton biography • james hutton farmer and geologist
Biography of James Hutton from his early life to early 1660s as an innovative farmer, prior to becoming a geologist.
james hutton • hutton founder of modern geology • james hutton and farming • james hutton biography • james hutton farmer and geologist
Book Review: Megalodon
<I>Megalodon: Hunting the Hunter</I> contains beautiful photographs of Megalodon teeth, and some good information on where to find shark teeth.
carcharodon megalodon • carcharocles megalodon • megalodon • carcharodon • carcharocles
<I>Megalodon: Hunting the Hunter</I> contains beautiful photographs of Megalodon teeth, and some good information on where to find shark teeth.
carcharodon megalodon • carcharocles megalodon • megalodon • carcharodon • carcharocles
Book Review: The Seashell on the Mountaintop
<I>The Seashell on the Mountaintop</I> by Alan Cutler is a fascinating look at the life of Nicholaus Steno.
paleontology • paleontologist • geology • geologist • science
<I>The Seashell on the Mountaintop</I> by Alan Cutler is a fascinating look at the life of Nicholaus Steno.
paleontology • paleontologist • geology • geologist • science
Igneous Rocks
Igneous rocks are formed from lava (or magma), though they are not easily definable, as they exist in over seven hundred varieties.
igneous rocks • formation of igneous rocks • types of igneous rocks • geological classifications • metamorphic rocks
Igneous rocks are formed from lava (or magma), though they are not easily definable, as they exist in over seven hundred varieties.
igneous rocks • formation of igneous rocks • types of igneous rocks • geological classifications • metamorphic rocks
Tanzanite Gem rarer than Diamonds
Discovered in the 1960's, tanzanite has been called "the gemstone of the 20th Century."
tanzanite • diamonds • africa • gemstones • debeers
Discovered in the 1960's, tanzanite has been called "the gemstone of the 20th Century."
tanzanite • diamonds • africa • gemstones • debeers
Museum of Comparative Zoology
Millions of specimens provide a fascinating insight into both animals and the mind of a 19th century scientist embroiled in the debate over evolution.
museum of comparative zoology • harvard • louis agassiz • evolution debate • charles darwin
Millions of specimens provide a fascinating insight into both animals and the mind of a 19th century scientist embroiled in the debate over evolution.
museum of comparative zoology • harvard • louis agassiz • evolution debate • charles darwin
Sandstone Classification
Once we can describe a sandstone in the field we need to give it a name. Find out how to name a sandstone in three easy steps.
geology • geophysics • earth science • earth • science
Once we can describe a sandstone in the field we need to give it a name. Find out how to name a sandstone in three easy steps.
geology • geophysics • earth science • earth • science
Environmental Crisis
Just like Love Canal, Centralia, PA became an environmental nightmare. The air around the town is filled with carbon monoxide and hydrogen sulfate.
silent hill • carbon monoxide • environmental • love canal • centralia
Just like Love Canal, Centralia, PA became an environmental nightmare. The air around the town is filled with carbon monoxide and hydrogen sulfate.
silent hill • carbon monoxide • environmental • love canal • centralia
The Volcano at Paricutin
In 1943, scientists were stunned to be able to witness the birth of a brand new volcano in Mexico, arising out of nowhere in the middle of a field.
paricutin • newest volcano • volcanic eruption • cinder cone • monogenetic volcano
In 1943, scientists were stunned to be able to witness the birth of a brand new volcano in Mexico, arising out of nowhere in the middle of a field.
paricutin • newest volcano • volcanic eruption • cinder cone • monogenetic volcano
Seafloor Spreading, Part 2
The theory of seafloor spreading required many pieces of evidence to convince a highly skeptical audience. In the end Harry Hess and others found four primary keys that helped shape the theory.
geology • geophysics • earth • science • earth science
The theory of seafloor spreading required many pieces of evidence to convince a highly skeptical audience. In the end Harry Hess and others found four primary keys that helped shape the theory.
geology • geophysics • earth • science • earth science
Volcano Monitoring Techniques
Volcanic processes provide insight into volcanic activity and impending eruptions. The tools used to monitor these processes aid in hazard awareness.
volcano monitoring • volcanic hazards • ground deformation • seismic signals • earthquakes
Volcanic processes provide insight into volcanic activity and impending eruptions. The tools used to monitor these processes aid in hazard awareness.
volcano monitoring • volcanic hazards • ground deformation • seismic signals • earthquakes
A Scourge of Liechtenstein
In the Principality of Liechtenstein, there are three traditional scourges - the Rüfen, Rhein and Reblaus. While the Rhine and the Reblaus have been brought under control, The Principality of Liechtenstein is still combatting the dangers of the Rüfen.
rüfen • suite101 • james foster robinson • rock falls • flash floods
In the Principality of Liechtenstein, there are three traditional scourges - the Rüfen, Rhein and Reblaus. While the Rhine and the Reblaus have been brought under control, The Principality of Liechtenstein is still combatting the dangers of the Rüfen.
rüfen • suite101 • james foster robinson • rock falls • flash floods
An Introduction to Peak Oil Theory
Introduced by M. King Hubbert inN 1949, peak oil theory has many present supporters, from geologists to investment bankers.
peak oil introduction • peak oil theory • peak oil supporters • theory of m. king hubbert • global oil production
Introduced by M. King Hubbert inN 1949, peak oil theory has many present supporters, from geologists to investment bankers.
peak oil introduction • peak oil theory • peak oil supporters • theory of m. king hubbert • global oil production
Mars Close Approach
Mars made its closest approach to Earth in over 60,000 years last week. Why does Mars capture the attention of scientists and other people so much?
geology • geophysics • earth science • science • planetary science
Mars made its closest approach to Earth in over 60,000 years last week. Why does Mars capture the attention of scientists and other people so much?
geology • geophysics • earth science • science • planetary science
Pre-Darwinian Evolutionary Theory
You may believe Darwin the alpha and omega on evolutionary thought, but the proponents of Larmackianism, Catastrophism and Uniformitarianism paved the way.
pre darwinian theories • predarwinian thought • early evolutionary theory • lamarckianism • jean baptiste lamarck
You may believe Darwin the alpha and omega on evolutionary thought, but the proponents of Larmackianism, Catastrophism and Uniformitarianism paved the way.
pre darwinian theories • predarwinian thought • early evolutionary theory • lamarckianism • jean baptiste lamarck
The Geological Survey of Canada
In 1842, the Province of Canada named geologist William Logan the founding director of the GSC, to map minerals and resources. It was to be a short-term task.
geological survey of canada • gsc • william e logan • founder of geological survey 1842 • canada's first science agency
In 1842, the Province of Canada named geologist William Logan the founding director of the GSC, to map minerals and resources. It was to be a short-term task.
geological survey of canada • gsc • william e logan • founder of geological survey 1842 • canada's first science agency
The Production of Heavy Elements
The fact that Earth is a rocky planet is a large reason it is capable of supporting life. The heavy elements necessary for this were created in stars and supernovae.
heavy element production • nuclear fusion • supernovae and heavy elements • naturally ocurring elements • reasons the earth is capable of supporting life
The fact that Earth is a rocky planet is a large reason it is capable of supporting life. The heavy elements necessary for this were created in stars and supernovae.
heavy element production • nuclear fusion • supernovae and heavy elements • naturally ocurring elements • reasons the earth is capable of supporting life
Mudrocks
The most abundant type of rock on the Earth, but also the most difficult to classify. Learn about some simple ways to tell your claystone from your mudstone.
geology • geophysics • earth science • earth • sediment
The most abundant type of rock on the Earth, but also the most difficult to classify. Learn about some simple ways to tell your claystone from your mudstone.
geology • geophysics • earth science • earth • sediment
Sandstones and Conglomerates
It takes a bit more than recognizing a rock is a sandstone to accurately describe it in the field.
geology • geophysics • earth • earth science • sand
It takes a bit more than recognizing a rock is a sandstone to accurately describe it in the field.
geology • geophysics • earth • earth science • sand
Martian Chronicles, the Backstage
It's been over 2 months since Spirit landed, with Opportunity following suit 3 weeks later. Learn what they are doing, and about their masters on Earth. (Not at all the nerdy bunch you may have suspected).
spirit • opportunity • apxs • mars • mini-tes
It's been over 2 months since Spirit landed, with Opportunity following suit 3 weeks later. Learn what they are doing, and about their masters on Earth. (Not at all the nerdy bunch you may have suspected).
spirit • opportunity • apxs • mars • mini-tes
Moffat- The Town of Contrasts
mofat is a twon in the borders fo scotland full of contrasts. visit it in summer for a pleasant afternoon but in winter it seems like it is "shut"
moffat • dumfries • galloway • scotland • town
mofat is a twon in the borders fo scotland full of contrasts. visit it in summer for a pleasant afternoon but in winter it seems like it is "shut"
moffat • dumfries • galloway • scotland • town
Science Detectives
Learn how scientists followed the clues that solved six real-life mysteries.
science • detectives • mysteries • solve • homeschool
Learn how scientists followed the clues that solved six real-life mysteries.
science • detectives • mysteries • solve • homeschool
The Great Sphinx
Find out what the Sphinx looks like, where it is located, and see if you can solve the famous riddle!
ancient egypt • kids • limestone • giza • pyramid
Find out what the Sphinx looks like, where it is located, and see if you can solve the famous riddle!
ancient egypt • kids • limestone • giza • pyramid
Where are we going?
Orthodox Christianity in Albania and South Africa, and one's personal relationship with God.
orthodox • christianity • orthodoxy • church • faith
Orthodox Christianity in Albania and South Africa, and one's personal relationship with God.
orthodox • christianity • orthodoxy • church • faith
Colombia's First Low Cost Airline
Twelve years behind the brainchild of Stelios in Europe, Easyjet, a new low cost airline - Easyfly - is to open Colombia up further.
air travel in colombia • low cost flights in south america • low cost flights in colombia • flights to barrancabermeja • stelios and easyjet
Twelve years behind the brainchild of Stelios in Europe, Easyjet, a new low cost airline - Easyfly - is to open Colombia up further.
air travel in colombia • low cost flights in south america • low cost flights in colombia • flights to barrancabermeja • stelios and easyjet
Deadly Earthquake in China
A massive earthquake has destroyed buildings and homes, most heavily in the Sichuan region. One town is in danger of being flooded due to a collapsing dam.
china • earthquake • sichuan region • sichuan basin • seismic activity
A massive earthquake has destroyed buildings and homes, most heavily in the Sichuan region. One town is in danger of being flooded due to a collapsing dam.
china • earthquake • sichuan region • sichuan basin • seismic activity
Eshkeolmes, Kazakhstan
This article describes an archaeological volunteer opportunity in Eshkeolmes, Kazakhstan
eshkeolmes • kazakhstan • archaeology • archaeological vacations • excavation
This article describes an archaeological volunteer opportunity in Eshkeolmes, Kazakhstan
eshkeolmes • kazakhstan • archaeology • archaeological vacations • excavation
Have Museums "dumbed” it Down?
In the past, museums used to be some of the most important centers for research in the world. These same museums would then utilize their new research in their exhibits,
museums • research • exhibits • science • conn
In the past, museums used to be some of the most important centers for research in the world. These same museums would then utilize their new research in their exhibits,
museums • research • exhibits • science • conn
LDS Senior Missionary Program
Church members who have reached retirement age can keep busy by serving their fellow man in a spiritual capacity.
lds senior missionary • mormon senior missionary • mormon church missionaries • lds missionaries • senior missionary opportunities
Church members who have reached retirement age can keep busy by serving their fellow man in a spiritual capacity.
lds senior missionary • mormon senior missionary • mormon church missionaries • lds missionaries • senior missionary opportunities
Rock City in Minneapolis, Kansas
Minneapolis, KS is the place where intrepid adventurers can find Rock City, the world's largest collection of sandstone concretions.
rock city • minneapolis • kansas • big rocks • sandstone
Minneapolis, KS is the place where intrepid adventurers can find Rock City, the world's largest collection of sandstone concretions.
rock city • minneapolis • kansas • big rocks • sandstone
The Life of Adam Smith
A shy professor of Moral Philosophy was the unlikely figure who formulated a whole new way of thinking about wealth.
adam smith • wealth of nations • theory of moral sentiments • classical system of economics • scottish enlightenment
A shy professor of Moral Philosophy was the unlikely figure who formulated a whole new way of thinking about wealth.
adam smith • wealth of nations • theory of moral sentiments • classical system of economics • scottish enlightenment
Touring Nevada's Lehman Caves
With stalactites, stalagmites and helictites, plus more exotic geologic phenomena, Lehman Caves offer a cool activity in the western United States every day of the year.
great basin national park • lehman caves • unusual geological formations • aragonite crystals • unusual wedding locations
With stalactites, stalagmites and helictites, plus more exotic geologic phenomena, Lehman Caves offer a cool activity in the western United States every day of the year.
great basin national park • lehman caves • unusual geological formations • aragonite crystals • unusual wedding locations
Ringing Rocks, Upper Black Eddy PA
Dr. Ott gave a concert playing the rocks, accompanied by a brass band. A Lafayette College geologist studied them in his lab. Why these rocks ring is still a mystery
ringing rocks • pa • upper black eddy • bucks county • rock concert
Dr. Ott gave a concert playing the rocks, accompanied by a brass band. A Lafayette College geologist studied them in his lab. Why these rocks ring is still a mystery
ringing rocks • pa • upper black eddy • bucks county • rock concert
Alaska InterIsland Ferry Authority
Travel on the Alaska Inter-Island Ferry Authority to access the recreational opportunities found on Prince of Wales Island and surrounding communities
inter-island ferry authority • ifa • prince of wales island • ketchikan • hollis
Travel on the Alaska Inter-Island Ferry Authority to access the recreational opportunities found on Prince of Wales Island and surrounding communities
inter-island ferry authority • ifa • prince of wales island • ketchikan • hollis
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