Making a Geological Map using QGIS

Описание

In this tutorial, you will learn how to download geological data in GIS formats from World Geologic Maps web portal of USGS, how to filter out the data that you need by getting rid of the unwanted data and finally how to make a complete geological map that can be in publishable quality using free and open-source GIS software package, QGIS.

A geological map is a spatial representation of the distribution of different rock types and surficial deposits. Moreover, geological maps can also provide indications of the presence of geological structures such as faults.

Web-link: https://certmapper.cr.usgs.gov/data/apps/world-maps/

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