Geoengineering the California Water Crisis: Desalination of Pacific Ocean Water
Human ImpactThe California Water Crisis California is a state with a long history of water scarcity. The state is home to over 39 million people and as a result has a high demand for water. However, the state’s natural water supply has been dwindling for years due to a combination of factors including climate change, groundwater
Why East Pacific Cyclones/Hurricanes Fizzle Out: Unraveling the Mystery
General Knowledge & EducationSurface sediments play a critical role in the global carbon cycle because they store a significant amount of organic carbon. Biogeochemists often measure the amount of carbon stored in surface sediments in kilograms per square meter (kg/m2). However, it is sometimes necessary to convert this value to percent, which can be a challenging task for
The Role of Ekman’s Theory in Understanding Gulf Stream Depth: Insights from Ocean Models
Modeling & PredictionThe Gulf Stream is a powerful ocean current that originates in the Gulf of Mexico and flows northward along the east coast of the United States before turning east toward Europe. Its warm waters have a significant impact on the climate and weather patterns of the regions it passes through, making it an important area
Why does the sandstone in Yehliu and other scenic coastal northern Taiwan look like vanilla fudge swirl ice cream?
Geology & LandformTaiwan’s northern coast is home to spectacular geological wonders, including the unique sandstone formations found in Yehliu Geopark. These sandstone formations have a distinctive appearance, resembling vanilla fudge swirl ice cream. The question that arises is why these sandstone formations have this particular appearance. In this article, we explore the science behind the vanilla fudge