Sunday, November 7, 2010

Geology.com News - 3 Topics

Geology.com News - 3 Topics

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Volcanic Eruptions Affecting Rainfall In Asia

Posted: 06 Nov 2010 10:37 PM PDT

The National Science Foundation has an article discussing how volcanic eruptions in the monsoon region of Asia can affect the amount of rainfall received by the area.

Pyroclastic Flow on Merapi Volcano

Posted: 06 Nov 2010 10:21 PM PDT

NASA’s Earth Observatory has a satellite image that shows the thermal signature of a hot pyroclastic flow descending the flank of Merapi Volcano in Indonesia.

White House Science Fair

Posted: 06 Nov 2010 10:18 PM PDT

“The White House Science Fair is part of President Obama's Educate to Innovate program move American students from the middle to the top of the pack in science and math achievement over the next decade. The President has made STEM education a priority for his Administration – recognizing that that a strong foundation in science, technology, engineering and math is key for laying the foundation for our future prosperity.” Quoted from the White House press release.

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