Question

1. pick the definition that best corresponds to the vocabulary word.
2. mineralogy \ta. the study of rocks
3. geology \t

b. the study of minerals
\t\t\tc. the study of rocks and minerals

1. how do geologists help keep people safe?

by building roads through mountains

Explanation:

1. For the vocabulary matching: Mineralogy is the specific study of minerals, while Geology is the broader study that includes rocks and minerals.
2. For the geologist safety question: Geologists assess natural hazards like landslides, earthquakes, and unstable rock formations to advise on safe construction, evacuation plans, and hazard mitigation, which protects people. The listed option is incorrect, so the correct reasoning is provided.

Answer:

1. Mineralogy: b. the study of minerals
2. Geology: c. the study of rocks and minerals
3. How do geologists help keep people safe?

Geologists help keep people safe by identifying and assessing natural hazards (such as earthquakes, landslides, volcanic eruptions, and unstable ground for construction), providing data to create safe building codes, and advising on evacuation and land-use plans to avoid high-risk areas. The option "By building roads through mountains" is not a correct primary way geologists keep people safe.