Geology
Geology literally means "to talk about the Earth". Here at Bright Hub’ you’ll find a variety of informative, easy-to-read articles that engage you in a conversation about all things Earth. From volcanoes to diamonds, from earthquakes to stactites, find everything you want to know about geology.
Where do Minerals Come From & How are They Used?
Minerals are all around us and make up components in many every day objects. Learn where minerals like vanadium, beryllium and aquamarine come from and how they’re used.
How Are Rocks and Minerals Different: Get the Facts
Rocks and minerals are some of the most fascinating and valuable resources known to man. We will examine what they are a little more closely as well as look at some fun facts about them.
Monitoring and Assessing the Ecological Risk of Metals in Sediments
Marine sediments represent sinks for heavy metal contamination. Creatures such as marine bivalves (oysters and mussels) feed on sediments and so can become intoxicated with heavy metals. Plants may also redistribute metals from sediments which is why they are monitored in ecological risk studies.
The Colors of Fall: Why do Leaves Change Colors in Autumn?
Every year, for those lucky enough to experience it, between late September and early November trees undergo a process of change that is both beautiful and scientifically interesting. So why do leaves change colors in autumn?
Important Facts about Radon and the Mystery of the High Emissions
What seems to be the problem with radon that the US. Surgeon General ranks it as the second leading cause of lung cancer? There are warnings about checking the radon levels in our homes, but the EPA has yet to offer explanations why this gas has proliferated in our midst to cause us terrible harm.
The 3 Major Landforms in China
From the Gobi desert to the highest point of Mount Everest in the Himalaya’s, China is a beautiful country. The various landform types of China contribute to the natural beauty, with three in particular making up some of the most breathtaking views.
Experiments With Fossils for Kids of All Ages
Fossils transport us to the days when dinosaurs roamed the earth. They are the historical and scientific evidence that dinosaurs, plants and sea life existed millions of years ago. These experiments on fossils give students a solid idea of what fossils are and how they developed.
Formation of a Headland: A Lesson in Coastal Erosion and Geology
Headlands are prominent features on many coastlines throughout the world that are characterized by high cliffs and sea water surrounding them on three sides. Let’s take a close look at the geological factors and the patient processes of erosion that form these visually striking land formations.
Interglacial Life: What is a Moraine?
The earth has a cyclic pattern to climate over geological time oscillating between ice ages and temperate periods. Glaciers are a remnant of the last ice age and are responsible for transforming terrain. Here we look at glaciation and explain what is moraine and how it tracks a glacier’s story.
Learning How to Describe the Formation of a River System
Ever wonder how a mighty river came into being and where and what its original source is? A river system entails a whole lot more than just the river itself and we will discuss how it forms, what it does for the surrounding landscape, and just how important it is to our world.