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Geophysicist
Developing
advanced equipment to search for mineral deposits or oil and gas
located deep within the earth.
Studying
the movements of continents, the evolution of the oceans, evaluating
geothermal energy sources and detecting earthquakes.
Geologists
and geophysicists are earth scientists. They help us to understand
our place in the history of the planet. They find and develop resources
like water, petroleum, natural gas and minerals.
Earth
scientists investigate natural earth processes and phenomena like
the erosion of rocks caused by wind and rain, earthquakes, volcanoes
and landslides. They study fossils, explore space and examine the
ocean floor.
Geologists
and geophysicists help solve modern problems such as waste disposal,
water pollution, and finding safer water sources.
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Salaries
for new geologists and geophysics graduates range from $38,000 and
$42,000.
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