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What is the primary goal of environmental geology with regards to geologic processes?
What is the primary goal of environmental geology with regards to geologic processes?
to understand such processes so that we can predict and control them or at least mitigate their effects
What is a characteristic of the human-Earth relationship?
What is a characteristic of the human-Earth relationship?
Geologic processes that challenge us with events that seem hazardous
What is a consequence of the fact that the Earth is a closed system?
What is a consequence of the fact that the Earth is a closed system?
The finite nature of the planet's material resources
What must be taken into account when managing Earth resources?
What must be taken into account when managing Earth resources?
What branch of geology is concerned with understanding the processes that operate at or beneath the surface of the Earth?
What branch of geology is concerned with understanding the processes that operate at or beneath the surface of the Earth?
What are some examples of processes studied in physical geology?
What are some examples of processes studied in physical geology?
What are some examples of materials studied in physical geology?
What are some examples of materials studied in physical geology?
What is the significance of understanding geologic processes in environmental geology?
What is the significance of understanding geologic processes in environmental geology?
Why is it essential to manage Earth resources wisely?
Why is it essential to manage Earth resources wisely?
What is the relationship between geologic processes and environmental geology?
What is the relationship between geologic processes and environmental geology?