Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers

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1. 01Develop strategies for more environmentally friendly resource extraction and reclamation.
2. 02Measure characteristics of the Earth, such as gravity or magnetic fields, using equipment such as seismographs, gravimeters, torsion balances, or magnetometers.
3. 03Advise construction firms or government agencies on dam or road construction, foundation design, land use, or resource management.
4. 04Conduct geological or geophysical studies to provide information for use in regional development, site selection, or development of public works projects.
5. 05Investigate the composition, structure, or history of the Earth's crust through the collection, examination, measurement, or classification of soils, minerals, rocks, or fossil remains.
6. 06Plan or conduct geological, geochemical, or geophysical field studies or surveys, sample collection, or drilling and testing programs used to collect data for research or application.
7. 07Prepare geological maps, cross-sectional diagrams, charts, or reports concerning mineral extraction, land use, or resource management, using results of fieldwork or laboratory research.
8. 08Study historical climate change indicators found in locations, such as ice sheets or rock formations to develop climate change models.
9. 09Locate and review research articles or environmental, historical, or technical reports.
10. 10Assess ground or surface water movement to provide advice on issues, such as waste management, route and site selection, or the restoration of contaminated sites.
11. 11Identify risks for natural disasters, such as mudslides, earthquakes, or volcanic eruptions.
12. 12Review environmental, historical, or technical reports and publications for accuracy.

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