Exploring the Possibility of Gold Deposits in the Glacial Rivers of the Middle Himalayas
Climate & Climate ZonesIntroduction Gold has been a valuable and desirable metal for centuries. It has been used for jewellery, currency and even as a store of value. Throughout history, gold has been found in different parts of the world, but it is often associated with mountain ranges and river systems. In recent years, there has been growing
Exploring Adjustments to Curve Number Based on Antecedent Rainfall in Earthscience and Urban Climate
Climate & Climate ZonesIntroduction to Curve Number Adjustments Based on Antecedent Rainfall Rainfall is a critical component of earth science and urban climate, and curve number (CN) adjustment is a method used to estimate runoff from a given area. This article provides an overview of CN adjustment and its applications in earth science and urban climate. What is
How hot would days get if it were always the solstice in the northern hemisphere?
Climate & Climate ZonesAsked by: John Castaneda Why are temperatures warmer in the Northern Hemisphere during the June solstice? The sun reaches its highest and northernmost point in the sky at solar noon (around 1 p.m. local time due to Daylight Saving Time) on the summer solstice. This provides the most direct solar radiation of the year, resulting