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Geologists Day takes place on the first Sunday in April every year. Finally, a day dedicated to a woefully underrated science. Without geologists, we would know nothing about the history of the earth. Earth is over 4.5 billion years old. The ground we walk on is ever-changing, always moving. Who can tell us that for certain? Geologists. Geology is a science that studies the materials, natural features, and processes found on earth. It also studies the history of all life that’s ever lived — from the time of the dinosaurs till date. Pretty incredible, right? The first Geologists Day was established by scientists in the former Soviet Union in April 1966.

History of Geologists Day :

- Aristotle was one of the earliest known philosophers to make precise observations about how the universe operated. Several philosophers and scientists began to investigate the earth’s physical characteristics in his wake. The Romans eventually discovered how to mine minerals, particularly marble. Mining would literally and figuratively establish the Roman Empire’s foundations.

-  In the 17th century, when scientists turned to fossils to comprehend the earth’s history and evolution, a new field of study emerged. The discovery of fossils revealed new information about the age of the earth. The debates surrounding this concept grew more heated, particularly between creationists and scientists. According to theology, the planet is 6,000 years old. Based on fossil evidence, scientists hypothesised that our planet is much older. In the 19th century, the foundations of geology as we know it were established. James Hutton demonstrated that minerals are formed primarily by two processes: sedimentation and volcanism. His research revealed that these geological processes occur gradually over thousands of years.

Geologists Day 2023: Background :

-  In essence, the present contains the answers to the past. The ground we walk on today is the result of these transformations and will continue to evolve for a very long time. Hutton is known as the "Father of Modern Geology" because of his groundbreaking research and discoveries.

-  Alfred Wegener's theory titled "Continental Drift" led to significant advances in geology in the early 1900s. Scientists believe that all continents were once a single supercontinent known as Pangaea. Over a million years, ‘Pangaea’ fragmented into fragments that drifted apart from one another, assuming their current positions. Today, the theory has been superseded by the science of "plate tectonics."

-  In April 1966, prominent Soviet geologists instituted Geologists Day. Eventually, the day’s prominence spread beyond the borders of the former Soviet Union. Today, we express our gratitude for all the remarkable research they have conducted to increase our understanding of how the world functions. We hope it will inspire the upcoming generation of great geologists.

5 Facts about Rocks :

1. Natural works of art :- Northern Ireland's scenic 'Giant Causeway' formed out of igneous rocks that cooled to become natural polygonal shapes.

2. An artist's companion :- 

   Artists in the Middle Ages used the brilliant colors inside rocks and minerals to create religious paintings.

3. As light as pumice :- 

   Pumice is so light that it can float effortlessly on the water.

4. Solid but never static :- 

   The Himalayas grow approximately 2.4 inches every year.

5. Solid but permeable to the elements :- 

   Plants can break rocks as their roots grow, while water can eventually break rocks through continual freeze-thaw cycles.

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