Exploring the Cryogenian Earth: How Biodiversity Changed During a Time of Global Cooling
Energy & ResourcesThe Cryogenian Earth: A Brief Overview The Cryogenian was a period of global cooling on Earth that occurred between 850 and 635 million years ago. During this time, the Earth experienced a series of extreme glaciations that altered the global climate and had a significant impact on biodiversity. This period is important for the study
Exploring Facies and Petrography: A Guide to Processes and Depositional Environments
Geology & LandformIntroduction Facies and petrography are two important concepts in earth science that are often studied together. Facies refers to the physical characteristics of a rock, such as its grain size, texture, color, and mineral composition. Petrography is the study of the composition and structure of rocks and can be used to interpret the depositional environment
Exploring the Difference in Mixing Ratios at LCL and Starting Conditions in Earth Science and Condensation
Energy & ResourcesOverview of Mixing Ratios in Earth Science and Condensation Mixing ratios are an important concept in Earth science and condensation. They refer to the ratio of two substances in a given environment, such as the ratio of water vapor to air in the atmosphere. Mixing ratios are used to calculate the amount of a particular
Exploring Adjustments to Curve Number Based on Antecedent Rainfall in Earthscience and Urban Climate
Climate & Climate ZonesIntroduction to Curve Number Adjustments Based on Antecedent Rainfall Rainfall is a critical component of earth science and urban climate, and curve number (CN) adjustment is a method used to estimate runoff from a given area. This article provides an overview of CN adjustment and its applications in earth science and urban climate. What is
Exploring the Expansion of Earth’s Atmosphere in the Face of Gravity
Geology & LandformWhat is gravity and how does it affect the atmosphere? Gravity is a force of attraction between two objects that is proportional to the mass of each object. It is the force that holds the Earth and all of its components, including the atmosphere, in place. The atmosphere is made up of a number of
Calculating the Thickness of the Earth’s Crust: A Look at Geologic Layers
Software & ProgrammingIntroduction The question of when the thickness of the Earth’s crust was calculated is a complex one. The answer depends on the context, because the calculation of the thickness of the Earth’s crust has changed over time. In this article, we will explore the history of calculating the thickness of the Earth’s crust and look