Mini Me Geology Blog » kids geology http://www.minimegeology.com/blog Rocks for Kids, Teachers, Parents and Homeschoolers Mon, 30 Aug 2010 22:10:44 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.5 en hourly 1 Ask-a-Geologist Question: What does a Geologist Use? http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2009/07/30/ask-a-geologist-question-what-does-a-geologist-use/ http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2009/07/30/ask-a-geologist-question-what-does-a-geologist-use/#comments Thu, 30 Jul 2009 12:55:34 +0000 tracyb http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/?p=65 Here is another great Ask-a-Geologist question.  I love when children are thinking about geology, or any science, as a career and care enough to ask questions. 

Question: At school we have to choose a career and give a presentation. What kind of props would I need to show them about geology?

Answer:  A geologist can use different types of equipment depending upon their job functions. Field geologists often use rock hammer, field book, Brunton compass, and a hand lens for studying and mapping rocks in the field. These would be the easiest for you to take to school for your presentation.

 In the office, geologist use rock and mineral samples as well as computers, models, maps and analytical equipment to analyze the data that is collected in the field.  One of the neat aspects of geology as a career is that there are many different fields of study and many different companies and agencies that employ geologists. 

 If you and your children have questions about geology, ask us here.

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