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Geomorphological processes act continuously to shape the Earth
into the landforms of mountains, hills, valleys, floodplains and
coastlines we see around us.
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The United Kingdom and wider British Isles are the cradle of the
science of geology. Many periods of geological time were first
defined and named here.
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A growing understanding of our geological past is being used to
help predict changes in our environment, offering insights into
climate change and how it will affect our lives.
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Minerals and aggregates are a major economic resource. Many
cities use distinctive building stones, for example Portland Stone
was used extensively in London and other major cities.
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Geology is the foundation of our environment. Our diverse
landscapes and the ways in which we use them are determined by the
variety of rocks, minerals, landforms and soils.
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Many protected landscapes and much of the coast, such as Giant's
Causeway, are valued for tourism and have spectacular and
fascinating geology.
