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‫بهاء ابو مفرح‬

‫اشراف‪ :‬الدكتور نضال ابو رجب‬

Applications of GIS in Geology
Applications of GIS in Geology

Understanding how the earth functions and

how mechanisms are interrelated is at times
difficult. Geographic Information System
plays an important role in the study of the
earth and everything that is on its surface.
The earth’s surface has a complex puzzle that
is difficult even for geologists to understand,
but through the application of GIS, they have
been able to solve some of these puzzles
Applications of GIS in Geology

Geologists have used the power of

Geographic Information System to find
some of the solutions and technology on
the earth’s surface and to integrate
different geological data collected from
the field. The utilization of the data helps
the geologists in coming up with a more
accurate interpretation and a new
approach.
Applications of GIS in Geology

GIS experts map out features of the earth’s surface

and offer guidance for natural resource management.
The availability of open data portals means that there
is a vast amount of valuable information available to
geologists everywhere. For example, The U.S.
Geological Survey provides researchers and
organizations with a robust assortment of GIS data,
such as topographic details for the entire country and
interactive maps of the North American coastline.
With detailed spatial information, it is possible to
model subsurface water flow or assess the stability of
terrain for oil and gas exploration.
 Applications of GIS in Geology
1. Exploration of oil

The acquisition of new gravity data was planned to

extensively make use of the networks of roads in a
particular area. Exploration of oil in any area requires
geologists to know the gravity of the area. The
Geographic Information System tools, which were
used, were essential and valuable in determining,
tracking and monitoring the gravity data acquisition
and to ensure that the data, which has been acquired,
were gotten from the correct stations.
 Applications of GIS in Geology
2.Geological mapping

Surveyors find an easy time coming up with three-

dimensional maps representing any area with the help of
detailed scaling. Additionally, the Geographic Information
System is also an effective tool in this process.
Consequently, the result, which is obtained, is then used in
providing accurate measurements, which is essential in any
field where a geological map will be needed. Minimal cost
is incurred making geological mapping using GIS cost-
effective, efficient and provides accurate data. Therefore,
the process of studying how geological mapping is done
becomes much easier
Applications of GIS in Geology
 3. Urban Planning
 In geologists, the analysis of urban growth and looking at the
direction of its expansion is one of the functions that is
performed with Geographic Information Systems. One of the
reasons why GIS is important in urban planning is the ability
to better understand current needs for a city, and then design to
fulfill those needs. By processing geospatial data from satellite
imaging, aerial photography and remote sensors, users gain a
detailed perspective on land and infrastructure. As urban
populations grow and spread, the importance of GIS lies in its
ability to pull together the vast amounts of information
necessary to balance competing priorities and solve
complicated problems, such as optimizing new building
placement or determining the feasibility of a waste disposal
site.
 Applications of GIS in Geology

4. Earthquake Information System

An earthquake is one of the most frightening

occurrences in the world. It is destructive in nature and
can kill a large number of people whenever it occurs.
Geologists find it important in having some knowledge
about the occurrences of earthquakes and the trends that
it follows. The application of GIS in this sector is
important because it has a user interface system and a
catalog for querying on earthquake. This is essential for
geologists and seismologists because it increases their
understanding of the behavioral patterns of earthquakes.
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conclusion
In conclusion we said that Gis has
provided to be a really useful application
in several application , its evolution with
changing time has been totally
progressive