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These days, there is little doubt that amateurs can influence science. This is commonly encountered in astronomy, with the regular discovery of comets and asteroids by amateurs. On the other hand, with some noteworthy exceptions, it is not such a … Continue reading
Scientists have developed a method to estimate weakness in the Earth’s outer layers which will help explain and predict volcanic activity and earthquakes. Geology News — ScienceDaily
Geodynamic modelling relies on knowing the ‘viscosity’ or resistance to changing shape of the Earth’s outer layers. Scientists have developed a method to estimate weakness in Earth’s outer layers which will help explain and predict volcanic activity and earthquakes. Published … Continue reading
mineraliety: Finding some zen in this Fluorite. Via @structure_minerals ///// www.instagram.com/structure_minerals www.mineraliety.com mineralia
A graph of the scaling relationship between fluid flow and fracture stiffness is shown. The shape of the symbol indicates the fracture length scale from 0.0625 meter (circles) to 1 meter (triangle) and the colors correspond to different apertures. A … Continue reading
mineraliety: Finding calmness in this Ocean Jasper mandala by @_chromafusion_ //////// www.instagram.com/_chromafusion_ www.mineraliety.com mineralia
(ANSA) – Rome, December 2 – More Italians and more people with higher education are finding jobs as domestic workers, a conference heard Monday. In an industry that was once dominated by foreigners, almost 10% of domestic workers said they … Continue reading