National Geology and Mining Service

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The National Geology and Mining Service ( Spanish : Servicio Nacional de Geologia y Mineria ; SERNAGEOMIN) is a Chilean government agency. Its function is to provide geological information and advice, technical assistance to government, public and private interests, and to regulate the mining industry in Chile .

The service was formed in 1980 by the combination of the previous Institute of Geological Investigations and the State Mines Service. Its director is appointed by the President of Chile . [1] [2]

Since 1974, SERNAGEOMIN has published the scientific journal Andean Geology , formerly the Revista Geologica de Chile . [ citation needed ]

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