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Apple TV screensaver of Makran coast of Iran and Pakistan. Are these marine terraces?

6 Comments
2023/09/24
22:16 UTC

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What are the grooves in the rock structure called?

13 Comments
2023/09/24
20:14 UTC

14

Geology YouTube channels?

Recommend any?

9 Comments
2023/09/24
19:23 UTC

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What are the names of these glacier hikes called? Ice spine? Curious about depth of fall.

66 Comments
2023/09/24
15:50 UTC

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Lovely looking fresh cracks in the North Cliffs at Hell's Mouth Cornwall.

0 Comments
2023/09/24
14:40 UTC

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40cm diameter Mudcasts found at the Puerta del Mondot, Sobrarbe delta deposits.

2 Comments
2023/09/24
14:14 UTC

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I'v noticed these areas are very active, could this be a warning

After morocco earthquake I've noticed these areas are very active, could this be a warning?

8 Comments
2023/09/24
14:00 UTC

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Mountain Area (Alpine, Montane, Nival and Remaining Moutain Area) | km²

1 Comment
2023/09/24
13:34 UTC

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Can rocks be synthesised?

Is it possible to create, for instance, a granite-like rock in a laboratory? Or do the temperatures, pressures or lengths of time required make it unfeasible?

13 Comments
2023/09/24
06:46 UTC

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What caused this ivy-like pattern? Top of Bear Peak in Boulder, Colorado.

8 Comments
2023/09/24
02:19 UTC

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This is an outrage.

10 Comments
2023/09/24
01:58 UTC

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How did the Mississippi River form?

I’m seeing varied information on how the Mississippi River formed (and when). Some say it formed more recently as the last of the Laurentide Glacier melted off. Others say the river formed 10s of millions of years ago and may have flowed north, draining a low mountain range that ran east-west across the American south. What’s the rivers widely accepted geologic history? Any good reads about it?

13 Comments
2023/09/23
22:59 UTC

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Anyone have any book recommendations on the geology of New Jersey?

Anything besides "roadside geology of New Jersey" because I can't find a free PDF.

3 Comments
2023/09/23
19:08 UTC

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How can I keep a ten year old engaged in geology?

Please delete of not allowed.

My step-son has been showing an interest in geology, and wanting to learn about various things that I just can't give him an answer to, lol. I'm only into geology from an artistic side, so I've given him all the knowledge I have (I can identify, but I cannot speculate), so he's wondering things like, "how do the rocks get there?", "why are they that colour?" and, "where can I find the coolest rocks?"

I'm just wondering if this group would be willing to let him in on some YouTube channels or websites that you guys think would be entertaining for a kid. He's got quite a collection of crystals that he's fond of talking about, so he's definitely into the "ooh shiny!" side of geology.

37 Comments
2023/09/23
15:51 UTC

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Are Texas and Oklahoma cracking underneath like a dry wafer?

So this is earthquake data (last few hours) from the USGS; zoomed in on Texas and Oklahoma. I am not a geologist nor a science expert, but there’s almost seems to be a line pattern here.

Are the earthquakes shown here independent of each other or all related?

24 Comments
2023/09/23
15:23 UTC

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Working in Australia as an international graduate

Hello, i am an international university student completing my Bsc in Geology next year. My professor told me to look into geology jobs in Australia as they are in demand. I have previously interned in an environment agency and I would like to join the graduate programs some employers have listed in australia.

My question is..

  1. Are geology graduates in demand?
  2. As an international person am i eligible to join the graduate program
  3. Tips on choosing a company

Thank you !

1 Comment
2023/09/23
14:37 UTC

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Hello r/geology

I am not a professional geologist, in fact I am still a student and I only study geography in school, a few months back I started watching Milo Rossi, now whenever I see a rock I would make assumptions about what is it made of and how it ended up in my hands, I already like history and would very much love to learn the history of rocks and geoformations, make a career in it too if it goes well.

I literally have no one to take advice from not even my geography teacher (she's a bitch) and I would be very thankful if someone can tell me where to start

Thank you.

14 Comments
2023/09/23
12:52 UTC

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What is the difference between a mineral and a crystal? Are they not the same thing?

For example granite has many grains of quartz, feldspar etc. Could we say that granite has many crystals of quartz and feldspar, or is that wrong?

18 Comments
2023/09/23
10:48 UTC

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The "Aorounga impact crater" located "in the Sahara Desert of northern Chad" photographed from the International Space Station on November 29, 2005. "The area shown is centered at approximately 19.1 degrees north latitude and 19.3 degrees east longitude."

9 Comments
2023/09/23
08:35 UTC

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How soon after the moon suddenly disappearing would the earth be messed up?

Please point me in the direction of the proper sub to post this on if this is not the place for this question. But I’ve heard that there would be tsunamis, a larger tilt causing extreme climate changes, and some other wild things. But approximately how soon after would all of it occur? Instantly? hours? Days?

24 Comments
2023/09/23
02:44 UTC

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What happens when aquifer recharge techniques are employed near fault lines, and is there any evidence of induced seismic activity in such situations?

3 Comments
2023/09/23
01:07 UTC

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Need help creating a project combining geology and business for a French study visa

Hey everyone!

I'm currently in the process of preparing my application for a study visa in France, and I could use some advice and ideas to create a project that could convince the immigration officer to approve it.

I have a bachelor's degree in applied geology, and I'm pursuing a master's in mineral resources, geomaterials, and the environment. However, the French university I'm applying to requires a link between my current studies and a master's in business to accept me.

I absolutely love geology, but I understand that to secure this visa, it's crucial to find a way to combine these seemingly different fields. I'm open to all creative ideas on how I could build a project that demonstrates a connection between geology and business.

Do you have any suggestions or similar experiences? How can I create a compelling project that meets both the university and immigration requirements?

Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance. 🙏

2 Comments
2023/09/22
23:57 UTC

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