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could a rhyolitic magma melt a ferromagnesian mineral like olivine?
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Posted on February 8, 2024 (Updated on July 16, 2025)
Unveiling the Earth’s Secret: The Eternal Barrier between the Outer Core and the Mantle
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Posted on February 7, 2024 (Updated on July 16, 2025)
Why doesn’t Wolfram Alpha show low gravitational acceleration for the Hudson Bay?
Geology & LandformWhy Doesn’t Wolfram Alpha Show Low Gravitational Acceleration for the Hudson Bay? Ever heard of a place on Earth with weaker gravity? Sounds like science fiction, right? Well, not exactly. The Hudson Bay region in Canada is famous among geophysicists for precisely that – a noticeably lower gravitational pull compared to other spots at the
Posted on February 3, 2024 (Updated on July 17, 2025)
Unraveling the Enigma: Deciphering the Factors Governing the Magnitude of Columnar Jointing in Igneous Rocks
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Posted on February 2, 2024 (Updated on July 17, 2025)
Unveiling the Mystery: Exploring the Limited Significance of Sulfate Reduction in Freshwater Sediments
Geology & LandformUnveiling the Mystery: Why Sulfate Reduction Takes a Backseat in Freshwater Sediments Sulfate reduction: you’ve probably never given it a second thought, right? But this microbial process is actually a big deal in many oxygen-deprived environments. However, when it comes to freshwater sediments, things get interesting. Unlike the ocean, where sulfate reduction reigns supreme, in
Posted on January 31, 2024 (Updated on July 17, 2025)
Unraveling the Enigma of Tafoni Formation: Decoding the Mysteries of Weathering in Earth Science
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