Stratigraphers help to find minerals by studying fossil and mineral content of rock layers. Among geophysicists, geodesists study the size and shape of the earth. They also study its gravitational field, tides, polar motion, and rotation. Physical oceanographers study the physical aspects of oceans. These include currents and the interaction of the surface of the sea with the atmosphere.
Seismologists measure and study earthquakes.
Hydrology is an area closely related to geology and geophysics. Hydrologists study the distribution, circulation, and characteristics of underground and surface waters. Their work is important in helping the environment. Geologists is in the Engineering, Science, and Technologies Career Cluster. Very good ability to understand and use words when talking or writing Very good ability to work with numbers Good ability to look at a map and mentally imagine how the area looks Ability to make accurate measurements using precision equipment Ability to coordinate the movement of eyes and hands, as when using a microscope Ability to make decisions and solve problems Ability to check written materials, such as papers, for errors Ability to move the fingers quickly, as when adjusting dials Ability to move the hands easily Ability to see details in pictures and objects, such as fossils Ability to tell the difference between colors Willingness to supervise others and be in charge of projects Willingness to perform a variety of tasks Geologists need to be able to work as part of a team.