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Imaggeo On Monday: The movement of the tides

Imaggeo On Monday: The movement of the tides

Tides are very long-period waves characterized by the rise and fall of sea levels. This phenomenon occurs in response to forces exerted jointly by the moon and sun, generated in the ocean, and propagating toward the coast. Tides can be divided into two main types: low tide and high tide. High tide occurs when sea water rises above the mean level while low tide occurs when sea water falls below the ...[Read More]

Imaggeo On Monday: Pot of Gold: Ngorongoro Crater

Imaggeo On Monday: Pot of Gold: Ngorongoro Crater

A double rainbow beams into the Ngorongoro Crater after rainfall as a couple of African buffalos graze within this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The largest intact caldera in the world, it extends 20 kilometres in diameter and is home to the Big 5 (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and African buffalo) – a true pot of gold.   Photo and caption by Jack Park, shared on imaggeo.egu.eu.   ...[Read More]

Imaggeo On Monday: Vanished glaciers of the past

Imaggeo On Monday: Vanished glaciers of the past

No glaciers remained in the High Tatras since the last glaciation, but beautiful glacially carved landscapes and a multitude of small glacial lakes. This one, Zamrznuté pleso (2045 a.s.l.) is at one of the beautiful hike trails in the eastern part of the Tatras, the path through Poľský hrebeň and to the summit Východná Vysoká (2429 a.s.l.).   Photo and caption by Petronela Ševčíková, shared o ...[Read More]

Imaggeo On Monday: Landmannalaugar – Iceland’s geoscience wonder

Imaggeo On Monday: Landmannalaugar – Iceland’s geoscience wonder

Landmannalaugar is a unique and beautiful area in Iceland, nestled in the highlands of the country. It is known for its stunning scenery, including green-covered mountains, vast lava fields, and natural hot springs. This area served as the end destination of my hiking adventure where I crossed Iceland from north to south, and it’s easy to see why.   Aside from its natural beauty, Landma ...[Read More]