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Natural Hazards

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Discover the three main types of boreholes—water, geotechnical, and environmental—and their key roles in engineering and environmental monitoring.

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Explore whether a miner or geologist is the better choice for your resource needs and goals.

Explore the definition of geological locations and their importance in scientific studies and natural resource identification.

Explore Ross's career as a paleontologist and learn about his work with fossils and ancient life forms.

Learn effective methods to detect underground water using signs and technology.