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Engineering geology versus geology; disciplines
Short answer
General geology is a pure science studying Earth's origin and history; engineering geology is applied, focusing on strength, stability and hazards for civil works. Branches include mineralogy, petrology, structural geology, physical geology, stratigraphy, palaeontology, geomorphology, hydrogeology, economic geology, and geophysics.
Differentiate between engineering geology and general geology. List the various disciplines (branches) within the field of geology.
Engineering geology versus general geology
| Basis | General geology | Engineering geology |
|---|---|---|
| Aim | Understand the Earth and its history | Solve geological problems of civil works |
| Nature | Pure science | Applied science |
| Focus | Origin, composition, evolution | Strength, stability, water, hazards |
| Scale/time | Large areas, millions of years | Site-specific, engineering life of structure |
| Output | Maps and theories | Engineering maps, reports, design advice |
| Users | Geologists | Civil engineers and geologists |
Disciplines (branches) of geology
- Mineralogy and crystallography
- Petrology
- Structural geology
- Physical geology
- Historical geology and stratigraphy
- Palaeontology
- Geomorphology
- Hydrogeology
- Economic geology
- Geophysics and geochemistry
- Engineering geology
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