Basics of geology, hydrogeology and hydrology
Science communication and popularization
Scientific texts are often difficult to read because they include a great deal of specialized terminology, theoretical models, and complex concepts that laypeople may not understand. However, it is important—and beneficial for all parties—that more than just researchers can comprehend science.
One of the goals of this project is to popularize science, making it more accessible and easier to approach. In the knowledge hub’s sections on hydrogeology (groundwater research), geology (the study of the Earth and its crust), and hydrology (water research), you can explore these important and fascinating fields of science, which can often be challenging to understand without guidance.
Hydrogeology, geology ja hydrology
Hydrogeology might sound like a complex concept, but its significance is easy to grasp. Hydrogeology is a branch of geology that focuses on underground water resources, such as groundwater.
Geology, on the other hand, is the scientific study of the Earth and its crust: its history, structure, composition, and the processes involved in its formation and ongoing changes.
Hydrogeology is often confused with hydrology (water science), which examines Earth’s freshwater resources and the water cycle.
In simplified terms, hydrogeology can be seen as sitting at the intersection of geology and hydrology.