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Agency United States Geological Survey
Acronym USGS
Hierarchy Department of the Interior.
Docs Searchable Databases; Maps; Technical Publications; Statistical Publications
URL http://www.usgs.gov/
Notes Provides reliable scientific information to describe and understand the Earth; minimize loss of life and property from natural disasters; manage water, biological, energy, and mineral resources; and enhance and protect our quality of life.
Subjects BIOLOGY ENERGY GEOLOGY MINERALS NATURAL DISASTERS WATER