A Geologist's Compass Differs from the More Widely Known Orienteering

question 11

Multiple Choice

A geologist's compass differs from the more widely known orienteering compass in that the geologist's compass ________.

• A)possesses an inclinometer,allowing the user to measure dip and plunge angles
• B)contains a barometer that warns the geologist of approaching storms
• C)can chemically analyze rock samples in the field
• D)needle points directly toward geographic north rather than geomagnetic north

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Definitions:

Aquifer

An underground layer of water-bearing permeable rock, rock fractures, or unconsolidated materials from which groundwater can be extracted using a water well.

Porous Layers

Geological formations consisting of rocks, soil, or sediment that have a high porosity, allowing for the passage and storage of fluids such as water and oil.

Underground Rock

Underground rock refers to rock formations that exist beneath the Earth's surface, playing a critical role in various geological processes and resource reservoirs.

Aral Sea

A lake that was once one of the four largest lakes in the world, located between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, now significantly reduced in size due to water diversion projects.