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What is the work of geologist?

A Geologist is a person who studies the composition of the earth, assesses the natural disasters, explores under-water resources, oil, natural gas and minerals. They also determine the quality of soil by conducting geochemical and geophysical tests.

What are the courses in geology?

Specialisations within the field of Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences

• Earth Sciences.
• Toxicology.
• Soil Science.
• Geology.
• Hydrology & Water Management.
• Climate Studies & Meteorology.
• Biodiversity & Conservation.
• Sustainable Development.

What tools do geologists use?

Here’s a list of the most common tools among geologists:

• Rock Hammer.
• Hand Lens.
• Field Notebooks.
• Clipboard.
• Pencil Magnet.
• 1oz Acid Bottle and holder(typically filled with HCl)
• Retractable knife (or Mohs Hardness Testing Kit)
• Pocket Scriber.

How does the GSI train its new geologists?

The Geological Survey of India (GSI) has been training all its newly recruited geologists through orientation courses by imparting field training at many of its field centers distributed across the country covering the mighty Himalaya, Aravalli, picturesque Gondwana, and eastern, northern, central, western southern and northeastern India.

What does GSITI stand for?

The Geological Survey of India Training Institute (GSITI) is the premier institution in the country imparting state-of-the-art training in different disciplines of Earth Science.

What is a GSI report?

GSI Reports:GSI was set up in 1851 with the sole aim to locate coal for the railways. Over the years it has expanded its role to undertake elucidation of the geological set up of the country, mineral resource assessment, geo-engineering – geotechnical projects, natural hazard mitigation studies, glaciology, etc.

What is the curatorial function of the Geological Survey of India?

Since inception, the Geological Survey of India started curatorial functions as a support facility to preserve the rocks, minerals, fossils and meteorites collected during field surveys, through exchange and as gift.