Uncovering the Fluorite Deposits of Long Island, New York
Geology & LandformLong Island Fluorite: A Mineral Mystery in Our Backyard Long Island conjures up images of sandy beaches, historic mansions, and, well, New York City. But minerals? Probably not the first thing that springs to mind. While it’s true we’re not exactly a mining mecca, Long Island’s geological past, shaped by glaciers and coastal tides, does
Deposition in epioceanic areas
Geology & LandformDeposition in Epioceanic Areas: A Closer Look Ever wonder how the seafloor near the coast is built? It’s a fascinating story of sediment, currents, and a whole lot more. We’re talking about epioceanic areas – those shallow marine environments that hug our coastlines and stretch out to the edge of the continental shelf. Think of
Can Caliches Develop in Arctic Soils?
Natural EnvironmentsCaliche in the Arctic? Seriously? Caliche, or calcrete as some call it, usually conjures up images of sun-baked landscapes. Think the American Southwest, the Australian Outback, maybe even the Kalahari Desert. These are the places where you expect to find this stuff – hardened layers of calcium carbonate that bind the soil together. But the
The Interplay of Fish Population and Solar Angle in Regulating Lake Temperatures
Climate & Climate ZonesThe Curious Dance of Fish, Sunlight, and Lake Temperatures Ever wonder what really makes a lake tick? It’s not just about the water, folks. Lake temperatures are a surprisingly complex puzzle, and two of the biggest pieces are the angle of the sun and, believe it or not, the fish swimming around down there. These
What causes jagged appearance of mountains in SE Asia?
Geology & LandformDecoding Southeast Asia’s Jagged Peaks: A Story Etched in Stone Have you ever looked at a picture of Southeast Asia’s mountains and wondered why they look so… gnarly? Unlike the gentle, rounded hills of, say, the English countryside, or even the imposing bulk of the Rockies, Southeast Asian peaks often sport this wild, serrated edge.
Temporal Evolution of Thermally-Driven Bubbles in WRF Model Simulations
Weather & ForecastsThermally-Driven Bubbles in WRF: Watching Weather Take Shape Ever wonder what really kicks off a thunderstorm? Or how those puffy cumulus clouds get their start? A lot of it boils down to something called thermally-driven bubbles – think of them as invisible blobs of warm air that rise like hot air balloons, and they’re a