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New Threat Yellowstone

A new article discusses the dual threats of Yellowstone: volcanic activity and large earthquakes. Scientists have discovered that the Yellowstone quake was the second-largest in the lower 48 states during the 20th century. Erupting every 600,000 years, it is now 2.5 times larger than previously thought and poses a threat to aviation. While both these …

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Crystals Around the Desert

A desert-wide area could be bombarded by meteorites, wiping out all life on Earth. Subsequent meteor hits would shatter the pre-existing glass and turn it into sand. Yet, in spite of these threats, crystals continue to grow and be discovered. The most stunning formation of these natural wonders is in Naica cave, where the crystals …

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