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Why are there no wild fires in New England?
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Unveiling the Hidden Structure: Exploring the Applications of Calculus in Crystallography Education for Earth Science Undergraduates
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Decoding the Mineral Composition: Unveiling the Hidden Gems within Earth’s Rocks
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