The book "A Comprehensive Guide to Geological Mapping at Scales of 1:50,000 and Larger" was published.
"The first edition of 'A Comprehensive Guide to Geological Mapping at Scales of 1:50,000 and Larger', written by Engineer Reza Salamati, has been published by Arian Zamin Publications."
Understanding the Earth's crust and the processes that shape it is of great importance in natural resource management, urban planning, mineral exploration, and environmental protection. Geological maps, as powerful and comprehensive tools, illustrate this understanding and enrich our knowledge of the Earth's crust and its formative processes.
The scale of a map plays a decisive role in its application. Among these, geological maps at a scale of 1:50,000 are recognized as one of the most important tools in geological studies due to their balance between detail and wide regional coverage. Owing to its accuracy and comprehensiveness, this scale holds particular value for both fundamental research and applied planning. From mineral exploration and water resource management to seismic studies and development projects, 1:50,000-scale geological maps serve as an essential foundation for scientific and executive decision-making.
However, producing these maps is a complex, multi-stage process requiring deep knowledge, specialized skills, and practical experience. From the initial stages of planning and reviewing available resources, to the challenging and demanding fieldwork, and finally to the preparation of the final map and report, each step demands precision, patience, and mastery of various tools and methods. Unfortunately, in many existing resources, this process is explained superficially and in a fragmented manner, with less attention paid to the precise, practical details that could assist geologists, students, and even enthusiasts in the field.
Defining geological mapping in one sentence:
"The art of transforming the three-dimensional features of the Earth onto a two-dimensional map, relying on the knowledge of Earth sciences."
This text aims to fill this gap by providing a comprehensive, accurate, and practical guide for producers of 1:50,000-scale geological maps. Here, attention is paid not only to theoretical foundations and general principles but also to practical experiences, subtle points, and real-world challenges encountered along the way. This book is the result of years of practical experience in field geology, meticulously and continuously revised, and presented to readers in an organized and understandable manner.
In this book, we will systematically follow the various stages of producing geological maps from start to finish; from understanding the initial requirements and careful pre-fieldwork planning, to field surveys, data recording, analysis of information, and finally, the preparation of the final map and report. Each stage is explained in complete detail, considering the challenges and opportunities that may be encountered in practice.
