on April 2, 2022
What is a composite term?
GeologyA composite is something made up of complicated and related parts. A composite photograph of your family might have your eyes, your sister’s nose, your dad’s mouth, and your mother’s chin. Composite comes from the Latin for “putting together.” It can be used as a noun or adjective. What does composite being mean? adj. 1
on April 2, 2022
Was there an earthquake in Corona California just now?
GeologyWas there an earthquake just now in Corona CA? Over the past 24 hours, Corona had 2 small quakes between magnitudes 1.0 and 1.5 in or near Corona.Recent quakes above magnitude 1.0 in or near Corona, California, USA (updated just now) Past 24 hours: 1 quake Past 7 days: 33 quakes | 1 quake M2+
on April 2, 2022
What are some questions about earthquakes?
GeologyFrequently Asked Questions about Earthquakes (FAQ) What is an “earthquake”? What causes earthquakes? How do earthquakes cause damage? Does the earth open up during an earthquake? Where do earthquakes occur? What is the relationship between volcanoes and earthquakes? Will more shocks be felt after a strong earthquake? What is earthquake Short answer? An earthquake is
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Where did the Kashmir earthquake happen?
GeologyMuzaffarabad How did the 2005 Kashmir earthquake happen? The 2005 Kashmir earthquake was the result of millions of years of tectonic activity. Around 225 million years ago, India was a continent, but about 50 million years ago, it collided into Asia. This collision is responsible for the Himalaya, the tallest mountain range in the world.
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What is well log data?
GeologyWell logs are records of petro-physical data acquired along a borehole, providing direct information about what is in the subsurface. The data collected by logging wells can have significant economic consequences, due to the costs inherent to drilling wells, and the potential return of oil deposits. What is in a well log? Well logs are
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Pourquoi le magma est visqueux ?
GeologyLes roches solides situées en profondeur ( km) et soumises à des conditions de pression et de température élevées, fondent partiellement (fusion partielle) et forment le magma, plus ou moins visqueux suivant sa composition chimique et sa richesse en silice, qui migrera lentement vers le haut. Qu’est-ce qu’un magma visqueux ? Le magma est visqueux
on April 2, 2022
How is relative age important to the geologic time scale?
GeologyRelative Age Dating Geologists determine the sequence of events from their position in the rock record with older events/rocks usually occurring in the lowest layers and later events higher in the rock sequence. Why is relative age important? Relative age means age in comparison with other rocks, either younger or older. The relative ages of
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Do metamorphic rocks form when melting occurs?
GeologyThe process of metamorphism does not melt the rocks, but instead transforms them into denser, more compact rocks. New minerals are created either by rearrangement of mineral components or by reactions with fluids that enter the rocks. Does metamorphic rocks be formed from melting? In order to create metamorphic rock, it is vital that the
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What is BrainPOP weathering?
GeologyWhat is weathering? A process the breaks down rocks into smaller pieces. What Brainpop forces cause mechanical weathering? TIM: Mechanical weathering breaks down rocks without changing their chemical composition. Forces like growing plants, expanding ice, lightning, and mineral crystal growth can all cause mechanical weathering. What impact does weathering have on soil formation Brainpop? What
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What is considered a Ferromagnesian silicate?
GeologyFerromagnesian silicates contain iron (Fe) or Magnesium (Mg). These elements produce dark mineral colors. The ferromagnesian minerals tend to look metallic in their luster, have relatively high density, and are often magnetic. Non-silicate minerals include a wide variety of minerals. What mineral is a Ferromagnesian silicate? Biotite mica can have iron and/or magnesium in it