Posted on May 26, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
What are the usable minerals that can be found in our daily life?
Geology & LandformIntroduction to useful minerals in daily life Minerals are naturally occurring inorganic substances that are essential to our daily lives. From the buildings we live in to the technology we use, minerals play a critical role in shaping the world around us. In this article, we will explore some of the most common and important
Posted on May 26, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Harnessing Gravity: Ramp Pumps as a Potential Solution to the Global Water Crisis
Geology & LandformThe Global Water Challenge Access to clean, reliable water is one of the most pressing issues facing the world today. With a rapidly growing global population and the effects of climate change, water scarcity is a growing concern in many regions. Traditional methods of water extraction and distribution often prove inadequate, expensive or environmentally damaging.
Posted on May 25, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
What would be the depth variation of a “water ellipsoid” above a reference ellipsoid Earth?
Geology & LandformIntroduction to the Water Ellipsoid Concept The concept of the “water ellipsoid” is a fascinating and often misunderstood aspect of Earth science, particularly in the fields of gravity and geophysics. The water ellipsoid is a hypothetical model that represents the theoretical shape of the Earth’s surface if it were covered by a uniform layer of
Posted on May 24, 2024 (Updated on July 10, 2025)
Earth’s Iron Hotspots: Unraveling the Crust’s Metallic Treasures
Geology & LandformIntroduction to Iron Deposits in the Earth’s Crust Iron is one of the most abundant elements in the Earth’s crust, accounting for approximately 5% of its total mass. This essential mineral plays a critical role in industries ranging from steel production to the manufacture of everyday household items. Understanding the distribution and concentration of iron
Posted on May 24, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
The Intriguing Phase Relations of the Earth’s Mantle
Geology & LandformExploring the phase relations of the Earth’s mantle The Earth’s mantle, the thick layer of rock between the crust and the core, is a complex and dynamic system that plays a crucial role in the geology and geodynamics of the planet. Understanding the phase relations within the mantle, which describe the stability and transformation of
Posted on May 24, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Coastal Water Pressure: A Potential Driver of Continental Drift
Geology & LandformIntroduction to the hydrostatic theory of continental drift The movement of the Earth’s tectonic plates, known as continental drift, has long been a subject of fascination and debate among geologists and earth scientists. While the theory of plate tectonics is widely accepted, the underlying mechanisms that drive this process are the focus of ongoing research