Posted on June 3, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Warm-season Foehn Winds: A Rare Occurrence in the Pacific Northwest Mountains?
Natural EnvironmentsThe Pacific Northwest region of the United States is known for its cool and rainy weather, with its mountain ranges receiving significant amounts of precipitation throughout the year. However, there are occasional weather phenomena that can occur in this region that can bring warm and dry conditions. One of these phenomena is known as the
Posted on June 3, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Exploring the Viability of Using Building Gypsum as a Soil Amendment
Natural EnvironmentsGypsum, commonly used in construction, is a mineral compound consisting of calcium, sulfur, and oxygen. It is used as a binder in building materials such as plaster, drywall, and cement. Recently, there has been increased interest in using building gypsum as a soil amendment due to its potential benefits for soil health and plant growth.
Posted on June 3, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Understanding the Relationship between Soil Water Retention and Soil Water Content for Effective Soil Moisture Management
Natural EnvironmentsSoil moisture is an essential component of the Earth’s ecosystem and plays a critical role in plant growth and development. Soil moisture consists of soil water content and soil water retention, which are interrelated concepts that are essential to managing soil moisture. Soil water content refers to the amount of water held in the soil,
Posted on June 2, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
If Earth’s Axis Wasn’t Tilted, Would the Entire Planet Be Tropical?
Natural EnvironmentsThe Earth’s axis is tilted at an angle of about 23.5 degrees from the perpendicular to the plane of its orbit around the Sun. This tilt is responsible for the seasons and the variation of daylight hours throughout the year. The Earth’s axis is also responsible for the variation in climate zones, from the polar
Posted on June 2, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Revolutionizing Topographic Analysis: Exploring Earth’s Surface with Lidar
Natural EnvironmentsTopography is an essential aspect of Earth science that deals with the study of the physical features of the Earth’s surface. It is concerned with the measurement and mapping of landforms, such as mountains, hills, valleys, and plains, and their variations in elevation. The traditional methods of measuring topography have been through the use of
Posted on June 2, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Isotopic Data Interpolation: Advancing Accuracy through Complex Interpolation Techniques
Natural EnvironmentsHydrogen, the most abundant element in the universe, played a key role in the formation of the Earth and other planets in our solar system. However, how hydrogen made its way into the proto-Earth remains a mystery that scientists have been trying to solve for decades. In this article, we will discuss the latest theories