The Geologic History of Coastal Hill Formation in Valparaíso, Chile
Water BodiesValparaiso, located on the central coast of Chile, is a city known for its rich cultural heritage and unique urban landscape. What many visitors may not realize is that the city’s stunning hills, which provide a breathtaking backdrop to the bustling port below, are actually the result of millions of years of geological processes. The
Ensuring Water Balance in Urban Infrastructure Construction: Compensating for Water Extraction in Concrete Curing
Climate & Climate ZonesProblem Overview Concrete curing is an essential process in the construction of infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, and buildings. During the curing process, water is added to the concrete mix to help it harden and gain strength. However, this water is often withdrawn from the water cycle and can have a significant impact on
Exploring the Seismic Discontinuity between the Lithosphere and Asthenosphere: Fact or Fiction?
Geology & LandformThe lithosphere and asthenosphere are two important layers of the Earth’s interior. The lithosphere is the rigid outermost layer of the Earth, which includes the crust and the uppermost part of the mantle. The asthenosphere is the weak and ductile layer below the lithosphere, extending to a depth of about 700 km. The lithosphere and
The Causes of Aridification: Understanding Desertification in Earth Science
Human ImpactAridification is a process of land degradation that results in the transformation of fertile land into dry, barren land. This process is also known as desertification and is a growing problem in many parts of the world. Desertification is caused by a combination of natural and human factors, such as climate change, deforestation, and unsustainable
Exploring the Gap: Why Don’t We Have Live Update Satellites for Monitoring Skin Temperature?
Outdoor GearSkin temperature is an important physiological parameter for monitoring human and animal health and for understanding ecosystem behavior. Infrared thermography is a widely used method for measuring skin temperature, but it has limitations in terms of spatial and temporal resolution. Satellites offer a potential solution to this problem, as they can continuously monitor large areas.
Why has NOAA inverted Total Cloud Cover% data from weather satellites?
Outdoor GearWeather satellites play a critical role in monitoring and forecasting weather patterns around the world. These satellites collect a wide range of data about the Earth’s atmosphere, including temperature, humidity, wind speed, and cloud cover. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is one of the key agencies responsible for collecting and analyzing this data.