Geography

Microplastics may Spend more Time on Land and in Streams Before Entering the Ocean as a Result of River Diversion

Microplastics may Spend more Time on Land and in Streams Before Entering the Ocean as a Result of River Diversion

According to a recent study, the amount of time microplastics spend in river catchments before they enter our seas may be considerably increased by diverting…
Microplastic-Induced Hotter Sand may have an Impact on Sea Turtle Development

Microplastic-Induced Hotter Sand may have an Impact on Sea Turtle Development

Microplastics are tiny pieces of plastic debris that are less than 5mm in size and are often found in the environment due to the breakdown…
The Water Flow from the Mediterranean to the Atlantic Ocean was Double What it is Today About 13,000 Years Ago

The Water Flow from the Mediterranean to the Atlantic Ocean was Double What it is Today About 13,000 Years Ago

Climate change led to a global decline in northern hemisphere temperatures about 13,000 years ago. The Mediterranean region experienced severe aridity during this period of…
Earth was Formed much Faster than previously Thought

Earth was Formed much Faster than previously Thought

While the precise timeline of Earth’s formation is still being researched and refined, the 4.5 billion-year estimate is widely accepted by the scientific community. It…
What are the Characteristics of Large Earthquake Foreshocks?

What are the Characteristics of Large Earthquake Foreshocks?

Foreshocks are smaller earthquakes that occur prior to a larger earthquake and can provide important information about the impending mainshock. Foreshocks are the most commonly…
The Capacity of Oceanic Crust Slabs to Store Water Increases with Age

The Capacity of Oceanic Crust Slabs to Store Water Increases with Age

The majority of the oceanic crust is made up of basalt, which is formed by volcanic activity at mid-ocean ridges. It is constantly being formed…
A Sinking Seamount reveals information about Slow-motion Earthquakes

A Sinking Seamount reveals information about Slow-motion Earthquakes

Seamounts are underwater mountains that rise from the ocean floor and can provide important insights into a variety of geological processes. While most seamounts are…
Plate Tectonics is not Necessary for the Emergence of Life

Plate Tectonics is not Necessary for the Emergence of Life

The origins of life on Earth are a complex and fascinating topic that scientists are still researching and attempting to comprehend. While plate tectonics has…
The Impact of Volcanic Eruptions is Vastly Understated in Climate Projections

The Impact of Volcanic Eruptions is Vastly Understated in Climate Projections

Volcanic eruptions have a large impact on the Earth’s climate because they release large amounts of gases, aerosols, and particulate matter into the atmosphere. These…
The Impact of an Ancient Earthquake has been Revealed

The Impact of an Ancient Earthquake has been Revealed

The impact of ancient earthquakes can provide valuable insights into a region’s geological history and help us understand seismic hazards today. When researchers discover evidence…
Deep Earthquakes may Reveal Earth’s Mantle Secrets

Deep Earthquakes may Reveal Earth’s Mantle Secrets

Deep earthquakes, defined as those that occur at depths greater than 300 kilometers (186 miles), have provided important insights into the Earth’s mantle and its…
Exact Magma Locations could help Predict Volcanic Eruptions

Exact Magma Locations could help Predict Volcanic Eruptions

The precise location of magma within a volcano can improve volcanic eruption forecasts significantly. The distribution and movement of magma beneath the Earth’s surface influence…
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