British Geological Survey Releases 3D Geological Models as Minecraft Worlds for Education
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Summary
The British Geological Survey has created five Minecraft worlds that allow users to explore 3D geological models. Four worlds show small sites around the UK using real geological data to visualize underground geology, while the fifth world displays a simplified geology of mainland Great Britain. These interactive models demonstrate how geology influences landscapes and land use, serving as educational tools to teach geology to younger audiences. The worlds are available for free download and combine OS map surface data with subsurface geological information.
Key quotes
· 5 pulledWe have built five worlds to allow you to explore underground and learn about the geology.
Four of these worlds show small sites around the UK and use real geological data to show what the geology looks like under the surface.
The fifth world shows a simplified geology of the whole of mainland Great Britain.
These models show how geology can influence landscapes and land use, and can help teach geology to a younger audience.
Free download of the geology of mainland Great Britain as a Minecraft world.
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