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Geoethics and geoheritage

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Resumo:There has been little discussion about the relationship between geoethics and geological heritage, probably because both topics are relatively new in geosciences and still little understood. Here we provide a short overview of the relevant concepts of geodiversity, geological heritage and geoconservation. Palaeontological heritage is specially highlighted, as fossils are probably among the most threatened elements and need additional, more effective protection measures. Furthermore, we present some ideas to promote awareness and reflection in students and pre- professional training of geoscientists around some themes that directly link geoconservation principles with geoethical issues.
Autores principais:DeMiguel, Daniel
Outros Autores:Brilha, J. B.; Meléndez, Guillermo; Azanza, Beatriz
Assunto:Geoethics Geoheritage Geoconservation Geologists Ciências Naturais::Ciências da Terra e do Ambiente Educação de qualidade
Ano:2020
País:Portugal
Tipo de documento:capítulo de livro
Tipo de acesso:acesso aberto
Instituição associada:Universidade do Minho
Idioma:inglês
Origem:RepositóriUM - Universidade do Minho
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Resumo:There has been little discussion about the relationship between geoethics and geological heritage, probably because both topics are relatively new in geosciences and still little understood. Here we provide a short overview of the relevant concepts of geodiversity, geological heritage and geoconservation. Palaeontological heritage is specially highlighted, as fossils are probably among the most threatened elements and need additional, more effective protection measures. Furthermore, we present some ideas to promote awareness and reflection in students and pre- professional training of geoscientists around some themes that directly link geoconservation principles with geoethical issues.