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Science, Society, Solutions: An Introduction to the USGS

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The USGS serves the Nation by providing relevant, impartial scientific information to * Describe and understand the Earth; * Minimize loss of life and property from natural disasters; * Manage water, biological, energy, and mineral resources; and * Enhance and protect our quality of life.

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Members of the Engineering Geology and Ground Water Branches, U.S. Geological Survey. 2001. Science, Society, Solutions: An Introduction to the USGS. https://doi.org/10.3133/fs01001

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