What is Geology?

What is Geology?

• Geology is that branch of science that deals with the study of the earth, its environment, history, minerals etc.

• Different branches of Geology are
- structural geology,
- mineralogy,
- planetology,
- geomorphology,
- geological engineering

• A person who studies the composition of the earth is known as the geologist.

• Geologists are scientists who study the earth's crust to obtain an actual understanding of its structure, history, and composition.

• Geologists play an important role in exploring the mineral wealth and natural resources.