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Geology/Ecology Feature Writer: Alexandra Matiella Novak

The study of the Earth, or Geology, can give amazing insight into how natural processes have shaped, and are shaping, the world we live in.

Geologic processes can be abrupt and devastating, such as volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and floods. Or they can happen so slowly beneath our feet that we may not even notice them - for example, the formation of minerals in magma chambers and rivers carving out deep canyons.

Geology can cover a variety of Earth Science topics, which include:

Read about these topics to gain a better understanding of the planet and how the wonderful world of Geology can open your eyes to the fascinating changes that are happening every second of every day.


Feature Writer Articles in Geology/Ecology

 		Earth Science Christmas Gifts for Kids
For young children and tweens, a hands-on Earth science activity or experiment can make a great Christmas gift.
Formation of the Himalayas
The great Himalaya Mountain Range formed as a result of tectonic forces driving two continental plates towards each other.
Formation of the Appalachians
Some rocks in the core of the Appalachian Mountains are more than 1 billion years old and construction of the mountains relates to the Supercontinent Pangea.
Rock Slide Caught on Tape
Landslides are one of the most destructive geologic processes. They can happen with very little warning almost anywhere in the country.
Antarctica's Lambert Glacier
Lambert Glacier is a major glacier in East Antarctica and is also the largest glacier in the world.
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Contributing Articles in Geology/Ecology

 		New Forest Geology, Geomorphology, and Ecology
Understanding the landforms under one's feet adds greatly to the experience of touring the New Forest.
Sedimentary Rock Formation
Sedimentary rocks tell the earth's story. How rocks form and change over time is amazing and dramatic.
The Environmental Effects of Mountaintop Removal
The use of Appalachian coal may have both pros and cons, but the actual process of mountaintop mining has a host of ecological downsides with very few benefits.
What are the Different Types of Asbestos Fibres?
There are six types of asbestos fibres. These are chrysotile, amosite, crocidolite, tremolite, actinolite and anthophyllite. Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral.
What are Minerals?
Minerals are natural crystalline substances with distinct chemical compositions. Knowledge of minerals is the foundation of geology, the study of rocks and of the Earth.
How the Earth's Continents Move
The heat at the center of the earth is responsible for the slow movement of the continents.
Southern Hemisphere Climatic Similarities
South America, New Zealand and Tasmania have similar Quaternary terrestrial glacial records.
The Abiotic Theory of Petroleum Formation
Most scientists believe that oil comes from organic material that has been transformed by Nature over a very long period of time.
Diamonds – the World's Most Valuable Gemstones
Treasured for centuries as symbols of extreme wealth and power, diamonds are made of pure carbon and come from deep within the earth's crust.
Mountaintop Removal Mining
The coal mining industry faces discontinuation of a blanket permit, known as Nationwide Permit 21 (NWP 21), allowing disposal of fill materials into valleys and streams.
The Ongoing Debate About Global Warming
Global warming is now considered an acknowledged scientific fact, confirmed by NASA and top world scientists using the most advanced equipment of our time.
Glass Buttes, Oregon, USA
Stunning vistas, fascinating geological features and a large selection of obsidian makes Glass Buttes a stimulating environment.
Geothermal Energy Under Newberry Volcano, Oregon
In today's demand for alternative energy, the potential for geothermal electricity at Newberry Volcano seems promising, but will a viable hydrothermal source be found?
The Geology of Crater Lake National Park
Crater Lake is one of Oregon's natural wonders. With a unique geological history, and active hydrothermal vents, could this volcano still be a force in the future?
Is Japan Really a Volcanic Island Arc?
Japan is known for beautiful strato-volcanoes and large caldera volcanoes. These are recent additions to a geological base of ocean-derived rocks and sediments.
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