The World Map Is Shifting. Here’s Why.
The world map as we know it is just a geological snapshot in time. The ground beneath our feet is a mosaic of colossal tectonic plates, constantly shifting on a…
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Ophiolites: Oceans on a Mountaintop
Discover one of plate tectonics' strangest creations: ophiolites. These complete sections of ancient oceanic crust and upper mantle have been thrust onto continents, allowing geologists to literally walk on the…
The Tectonics of the Great Rift Valley
Stretching for thousands of kilometers, the Great Rift Valley is a monumental scar on the Earth's surface, a place where the African continent is literally tearing itself apart. This colossal…
The Ring of Fire Megacities
Explore how megacities like Tokyo, Mexico City, and Santiago thrive atop the volatile Pacific Ring of Fire. This journey delves into the incredible engineering, unique urban geography, and cultural adaptations…