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What is Marine Geology?
Are USGS reports copyrighted?
Where can I obtain soil surveys?
How can I find out-of-print USGS publications?
Who has access to the information the U.S. Geological Survey's Biological Resources Discipline (BRD) is assembling?
Does the Biological Resources Discipline (BRD) also have science libraries?
The publication I am interested in is not online and it is Out of Stock. How can I get it?
Does the USGS have reports on the background levels of elements in soils and other surficial materials?
How can I find publications of the USGS (online, lists, prices & ordering)?
Is the old National Atlas still available?
What are some good books on earthquakes and geology?
Is there reference material available about landslides?
How can I, as a private citizen, access Biological Resources Discipline (BRD) data?
I am looking to buy land near the location of a large historical earthquake. I am wondering where the fault line runs. What is the seismic activity in the area today? How did the quake change the contours and elevations of the area?
How do I get a paper copy of a USGS online document?
Are there geologic maps or publications for where I live?
I am a teacher and would like to obtain educational materials pertaining to your activities.
How can I find field record materials (original field notes and related material made by USGS geologists) and mapping notes?
Can anyone just drop in at USGS Information Services locations?
How can I find U.S. Bureau of Mines publications?

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