3d Geological Models in Minecraft
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The British Geological Survey has created 3D geological models in Minecraft, sparking interest and discussion among HN users about geology and educational uses of Minecraft.
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ugur2nd
2 months ago
Are the materials used Creative Commons?
verdverm
2 months ago
Watched a video on Mt Everest recreation last night: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_nnUK5MYf00
geuis
2 months ago
For those interested there's a YouTuber geologist who does some really good videos in Minecraft on geology. https://m.youtube.com/@gneissname
d_silin
2 months ago
Very cool!
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