by Gelogia Team | Nov 18, 2024 | Structural Geology
Biostratigraphy is the characterization and correlation of rock units based on their fossil content. It is based on the principle that organisms have undergone successive changes throughout geologic time. Biostratigraphic Units: Rock strata form a biostratigraphic...
by Gelogia Team | Nov 17, 2024 | Structural Geology
Lithostratigraphy – deals with the lithology or physical properties of strata and their organization into units based on their lithological character. Lithostratigraphy Philosophy and Concept: Perhaps the most fundamental type of stratigraphic study is recognition,...
by Gelogia Team | Nov 16, 2024 | Structural Geology
The science of mineralogy is a branch of the earth sciences that studies minerals and their physical and chemical properties. Within mineralogy, some study how minerals are formed, where they are geographically located, and their potential uses. Mineral: A mineral is...
by Gelogia Team | Nov 14, 2024 | Structural Geology
Paleontology is the scientific study of fossils, more broadly, the study of prehistoric organisms. In fact, professional conferences and publications often fall into these categories. This post gives an idea of what paleontology is and why it is essential to...
by Gelogia Team | Nov 13, 2024 | Structural Geology
Gravity and force are two powerful forces that shape the world as we know it. From holding us to the ground to keeping planets in orbit, gravity and force are fundamental to our universe’s natural laws. What is Gravity? Gravitation refers to the attractive force...
