The glow we see from distant galaxies is as old as Earth’s ancient rocks
One photographer put the age of starlight into perspective with stunning projections on some of Earth's oldest rock ...
Ancient climate reconstruction sheds light on future ocean dynamics
The Pliocene epoch, which lasted from 5.3 million to 2.6 million years ago, was a consequential time in Earth's history. The Isthmus of Panama formed, connecting North and South America, and the ...
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New research on ancient life found in Yellowstone hot springs
New work offers insight into how early life adapted from a low-oxygen atmosphere to the one that exists today.
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Yellowstone National Park: Where Geology Is On Display Nearly Everywhere
Yellowstone National Park is a popular destination for geology field trips. It’s easy to see why—the dynamic landscape ...
Ancient Oceanic Plate Rips Apart Beneath Iraq and Iran
A research team is investigating the influence of the Zagros Mountains on the bending of Earth's surface. A team of ...