FAQ About Florence Bascom
In which areas did Florence Bascom's women students make significant contributions after studying under her?
Students trained by Florence Bascom made significant contributions in various fields of geology, such as petrology, paleontology, and mineralogy. Many of her female students went on to achieve notable success, becoming prominent figures in geology and breaking barriers for subsequent generations of women in science. They worked in academia, government agencies, and the private sector, continuing Bascom's legacy of excellence and innovation.
