Hydrogeology & Environmental Geology
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Hydrogeology
The branch of geology concerned with the occurrence, use, and functions of surface water and groundwater.
Environmental Geology
An applied science concerned with the practical application of the principles of geology in the solving of environmental problems.
Articles
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How are local dry lakes impacting air quality and human health?
New study reveals that 90 percent of urban dust comes from dry lakebeds
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Algae Bloom in Utah Lake Could Take Years to Clean Up
“There are cyanobacteria that produce cyanotoxins, and these are harmful to people, fish and animals. If you were to drink the water that contains cyanotoxins, it could cause serious problems — it could make you sick, or even kill you in very extreme cases,” said BYU geochemistry professor Gregory Carling.
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Student Spotlight: Richard Williams
"As a kid, my father would take us around looking for semi-precious stones because he makes jewelry and does lapidary. Being around these rocks started my curiosity and since then I have been interested in the Earth."
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