What are the different major subdisciplines of the geosciences?
The geosciences are composed of five major disciplines: geology, geophysics, atmospheric sciences, space sciences, and oceanography. There are numerous subdisciplines, reflecting diverse areas of specialization. Some occupations in geology are: Environmental geologists work to solve problems with pollution, waste disposal and urban development and hazards, such as flooding and erosion. Geochemists investigate the nature and distribution of chemical elements in rocks and minerals. Geomorphologists study the effects of Earth processes and investigate the nature, origin and development of present landforms and their relationship to underlying structures. Glaciologists study the physical properties and movement of glaciers and ice sheets. Hydrologists investigate the movement and quality of water. Mineralogists study the formation, composition and properties of minerals. Petrologists determine the origin and genesis of rocks by analyzing mineral or grain relationships. Paleontologists stud
The geosciences are composed of five major disciplines: geology, geophysics, atmospheric sciences, space sciences, and oceanography. There are numerous subdisciplines, reflecting diverse areas of specialization. Some occupations in geology are: Economic geologists study mineral deposits that can be used for economic and/or industrial purposes. Environmental geologists work to solve problems with pollution, waste disposal and urban development and hazards, such as flooding and erosion. Geochemists investigate the nature and distribution of chemical elements in rocks and minerals. Geomorphologists study the effects of Earth processes and investigate the nature, origin and development of present landforms and their relationship to underlying structures. Glaciologists study the physical properties and movement of glaciers and ice sheets. Hydrologists investigate the movement and quality of water. Mineral geologists explore for and develop mineral deposits. Mineralogists study the formation
