Geological Data and the Future of Agriculture
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by Muhammad Qasim
2y ago
Image Source: https://unsplash.com/photos/xDLEUTWCZdc Geological Data and the Future of Agriculture In our modern world, change is everywhere. The ongoing COVID pandemic has altered life for the vast majority of global citizens, for starters. Thanks in large part to human activities and behavior, climate change is rampant, and its effects can be seen across multiple disciplines.  The geological impacts of climate change are wide-reaching, and there’s myriad evidence of the phenomenon across the geological record. Rising global temperatures and high CO2 concentrations directly impact ocea ..read more
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What are Groundwater Contaminants & How to Reduce Them
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by Muhammad Qasim
2y ago
Image Source: pixabay.com Water. It’s probably one of the simplest things in our day-to-day lives. Yet it is also one of the most important. The human body is nearly 70% water and without it, we wouldn’t last very long. Of all the water on Earth, only about 3% is drinkable fresh water, and of that only about 1.2% is accessible for human consumption. Some of the accessible water that we depend upon for survival is groundwater. This is water stored in natural pools underground called aquifers. Nearly 50% of the population of the United States gets their drinking water from a groundwater aquifer ..read more
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Geological Applications in Gardening
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by Muhammad Qasim
2y ago
  Photo by Arnie Watkins from Pexels For some, gardening is a simple pleasure that they put minimal effort into. For others, it is a much more involved hobby that brings them joy and satisfaction. However, whichever end of the spectrum you may fall on, there is more to successful gardening than meets the eye. While minimal effort might produce some immediate satisfactory results, it is not sustainable over time. To maintain a garden year after year and see it flourish, you’ve got to put back into the soil what is taken out of it. Essentially, you’ve got to use a bit of science—geology, t ..read more
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How to get kids interested in Geology
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by Muhammad Qasim
3y ago
Image Source: 1 - Pexels 2- Pexels 3 - Pexels It is unfortunate that geology has such a dry reputation. We know that it’s more than just studying rocks and minerals. It’s about exploring the rich history of our planet’s formation and evolution, using the landscape as artifacts that have recorded the stories of every subtle tectonic shift, and each extinction event. Yes, there is work and fine diligence involved, but this is in the service of engaging with a fascinating subject. However, it can often be difficult to get kids over that reputation and on the path to amazing disco ..read more
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The Geological Impact of Hemp Agriculture
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by Muhammad Qasim
3y ago
                                               Image Source: pixabay.com Looking out over a field of crops, it can be hard to determine exactly what is growing if you don’t have prior experience. It could be a variety of different types of wheat, legumes, corn, or so on. It may come as somewhat of a surprise given decades of federal regulations, but the crop growing out in the field you’re gazing upon could also be hemp. Hemp products have made a surprising entry into ..read more
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Building Houses With Geological Concerns in Mind
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by Muhammad Qasim
3y ago
Image Source: Pexels When people start looking for land to build a house, the first things that often come to mind are property value and beauty. Unfortunately, it can feel like geologists often get overlooked in this part of the process. While a realtor’s job is to sell a piece of property by making it as appealing as possible, it’s irresponsible for anyone in the housing market to ignore geological warnings when it comes to building something new. Because geologists often get ignored when it comes to home-building, far too many people make the mistake of building on land that is susceptible ..read more
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The Environmental Implications of Urban Sprawl
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by Muhammad Qasim
3y ago
Human activity has fundamentally altered the natural world in countless ways. Geologists and environmental scientists alike are consistently looking at the various aspects of our environment that are suffering under humanity’s watch. And although issues such as climate change and air pollution tend to get the bulk of media coverage in regards to environmentalism, we shouldn’t overlook similar topics such as urban sprawl.                                  Image Source: Photo by Sergei Akulich on Wunderst ..read more
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Dangerous Minerals That Can Be Found in Daily Life
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by Muhammad Qasim
3y ago
                                                         Image Source: Pixabay There are over 4,000 naturally-occurring minerals in the world. Many of them are a part of your everyday life, and you probably don’t give them much thought. Some of the most common minerals that can make life go on as normal each day include copper, iron ore, silver, cobalt, and lithium. Without minerals, life as we know it would be completely different, and we wouldn’t ..read more
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The Importance of "Dirty" Rivers
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by Muhammad Qasim
4y ago
Complex river systems are the foundation of much of what we have to enjoy here on this planet. They support wildlife populations, provide soil nutrients, and so much more. Humans have had a profound impact on river systems, however, changes in current practices and increased focus on restoring rivers to their natural status can make a major difference in our lives.  Image Source: pixabay.com   Think of your local river. The place you take a walk when you’re looking for solitude or comfort in nature. The place you take your children fishing. Or perhaps where you go when you’r ..read more
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Top 5 Little Known Geological Jobs in 2020
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by Muhammad Qasim
4y ago
Image: Unsplash  In these uncertain times, Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields are all the rage among job seekers looking for stable and timeless careers. In fact, employment in science and engineering occupationswas expected to grow by 18.7% between 2010 and 2020, across all STEM fields. While jobs in the physical sciences aren’t growing as rapidly as computer and mathematical scientist occupations, plenty of opportunities exist for those who hold a geology degree. While many laymen might think geology is just the study of rocks, geologists know that ..read more
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