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Problems Usually Encountered In The Field By Young Geologists



Problems Usually Encountered In The Field By Young Geologists:



Like other professions,  newbies in geology a.k.a Geo-newbies face some challenges in the field in the course of their mapping.

However, it must be noted that this is not a strange phenomenon. It must also be noted that this does not mean they are unqualified or bags of wind. This is natural!!!

Have you ever wondered want you may become after graduation?

These difficulties are as a result of the spatial skills of these Geo-newbies, spatial nature of geological data and the inability of their teachers to transfer the knowledge effectively to them.

Geo-newbies find it difficult to visualize geologic structures and outcrops in 3-D. This is very essential in the production of Geologic maps from topographic maps. In topographic maps, a lot of geologic information are hidden, but will now be x-rayed in geologic map. Take for example in geologic structures such as faults (both surface and subsurface) which can lead to trap formation.
By the use of 3-D, modeling is achieved faster either for Geo-history or for future foretelling.

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WHAT TO DO WHEN IN THE FIELD:

Ø  Locate yourself in the map.  Find out your exact location from the map

Ø  Take note of geologic data (strike, dip, faults, and other structures)

Ø  Collect samples for further analysis

Ø  Take pictures for reference

Ø  Put on safety wears

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