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Earth Reflects Less Sunlight
The Earth’s reflection of sunlight, known as the Da-Vinci-Glow, has decreased due to climate change. This means that the Earth is now darker, reflecting less
Underwater groundwater found near Malta
A recent discovery of a large freshwater reserve beneath the sea floor off the coast of Malta has raised hopes that similar reserves may exist
New Cold Record in Thunderstorm
A new record for cold temperatures has been set due to an unusually cold tropopause in a thunderstorm. Scientists from the National Centre for Earth
Pyrite: Fool’s Gold or Real?
“Pyrite: Fool’s Gold or Real Gold Mine?” The old adage “all that glitters is not gold” rings true when it comes to pyrite. This mineral,
Massive Diamond Found: 1.098 Karat
A recent discovery in Botswana has sent shockwaves through the world of geoscience. In June 2021, a diamond was found in the Jwaneng Mine that
Predicting Volcanic Eruptions with Satellite Data
The world has around 1,500 active volcanoes, many of which are thoroughly researched and monitored by numerous early warning systems to accurately predict eruptions. However,
Plutonium from Neutron Stars
A recent discovery in Botswana has sent shockwaves through the world of geoscience. In June 2021, a diamond was found in the Jwaneng Mine that
Global Land Subsidence Endangers 19%
The extraction of groundwater is causing significant land subsidence in many regions of the world, which can destroy buildings and increase the likelihood of flooding.
New rock type found underwater
A recent study conducted by scientists from the Australian National University in Canberra and the Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) has found evidence that plutonium on Earth
Rare Earth Deposit Found Outside China
A new discovery in South Africa could potentially end China’s monopoly on the world market for rare earth elements. These elements, such as Terbium, Neodymium,
