California Codes, Business and Professions Code - BPC, Division 3 — Professions and Vocations Generally, Chapter 12.5 — Geologists and Geophysicists, Article 1 — General Provisions, Section 7802
“Geology,” as used in this chapter, refers to that science which treats of the earth in general; investigation of the earth’s crust and the rocks and other materials which compose it; and the applied science of utilizing knowledge of the earth and its constituent rocks, minerals, liquids, gases and other materials for the benefit of mankind.
Notes
Defines “geology” for the chapter as the science concerning the earth generally, including investigation of the earth’s crust and its rocks and other materials, and the applied use of knowledge about the earth and its constituent rocks, minerals, liquids, gases, and other materials for human benefit.
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