Articles tagged with Erosion
Heavy rainfall triggered landslides that choked rivers and overwhelmed the Panama City water-treatment plant, forcing a month-long shutdown. The new digital map of landslide scars will help authorities calculate future storm risk and minimize its impact on water supply.
Ancient cave systems near Allgäu Mountains preserved oldest radiometrically dated dripstones from European Alps. The study quantifies erosion and uplift rates for northern rim of Alps over 2 million years, with significant altitudinal changes attributed to glacial erosion.
Researchers employ helium-4/helium-3 thermochronometry to reconstruct the landform history of Fiordland in New Zealand from 2.5 million years ago, finding that most valley-making occurred at downstream mouths of glaciers for the first million years and later at glacier heads.
A University of Arizona-led research team found that wind can be up to 100 times more effective at eroding mountains than previously thought. The study suggests that wind played a key role in shaping the Loess Plateau, with over half of its dust coming from the Qaidam Basin.
Researchers confirm that stream bank failure is a significant contributor to high sediment levels in the Mississippi River, with seepage erosion playing a crucial role. The study finds that stable stream banks can become unstable when seepage erosion is added to factors promoting bank failure.
By adding subsoil information to a sedimentation and erosion model, researchers at Delft University of Technology gained a clearer picture of how rivers and deltas develop over time. This new understanding can help with delta management and reservoir geology, particularly in finding oil reserves.
A team of researchers led by David Furbish from Vanderbilt University is studying the erosion of Locke Island, which has been alarmingly eroding away since the 1970s. The island's difficulties began when the east bank of the river adjacent to it collapsed, causing a landslide that pinched down the channel flowing around the island.
Researchers found that glaciers in southern Patagonian Andes have helped mountains grow, not erode, by providing an icy shield. The study's findings contradict the glacial buzzsaw theory, which predicted glaciers would slow mountain growth.
Research reveals that glaciers in cold climates protect mountain tops and sides from erosion, allowing them to grow higher. By analyzing rocks exposed on remote glaciers in Patagonia, scientists found that the protective effect of glaciers reverses the conventional view of them as powerful agents of erosion.
Scientists present new data estimating motion of the Sagaing fault and study river deposits to understand flood frequency and magnitude. Researchers also explore enigmatic volcanism and find evidence for cryogenic origin of brine in southern McMurdo Sound, Antarctica.
A study published in the World Journal of Gastroenterology revealed endoscopic findings of CMV gastritis in seven patients after allo-SCT, with oozing, erosion, and redness more frequently documented in these cases. The researchers suggest using erosion and oozing as early markers for CMV gastritis diagnosis.
A team of researchers used aerial photographs and field measurements to analyze the Canyon Lake flood, which excavated a 2.2-kilometer-long canyon in just three days. The study offers insight into ancient megafloods on both Earth and Mars, with findings that challenge traditional views of river canyon formation.
New research reveals the Yangtze River in China is 40 million years old, challenging previous estimates of its origins. The study, published in Geology, found that the river began cutting the Three Gorges area around 45 million years ago, resulting in a more gradual formation process.
Researchers present new slip rate estimates for the Alpine fault near Inchbonnie, New Zealand, yielding dextral, vertical, and reverse-slip rates of ~13.6, ~3, and ~3.4 mm/yr. These values have important implications for understanding plate boundary kinematics and comparing short-term strain with medium-term geologic rates.
The July-August GSA Bulletin highlights recent research on slow-slip phenomena in Cascadia, revealing a new understanding of how plate motion stresses are relieved. In southern Tibet, Permian extension- and arc-type magmatism is documented, challenging traditional views on the region's paleogeography.
Scientists at Oregon State University have found that maximum ocean wave heights off the Pacific Northwest have increased dramatically, reaching as high as 46 feet, forcing re-evaluation of '100-year event' predictions. The study highlights the potential for higher waves to dominate erosion, flooding and damage over sea level rise.
Researchers examined erosion rates along a Scandinavian Ice Sheet margin over the past 2.7 million years, finding higher delivery rates for the most recent 600,000 years. In another study, ancient river sediments preserved records of California's topography and climate during intense global warming 50 million years ago.
Researchers found that Titan's ice is stronger as temperature decreases, allowing it to form an Earth-like landscape. The study used laboratory measurements to understand the impact of cold temperatures on ice erosion.
The Portable Lightweight Ubiquitous Gasket (PLUG) system, developed by Wil Laska, passed its second test in November 2009, demonstrating the ability to fill with water, float on flood currents, and adhere to breach sites. Four technologies were tested, including a large balloon or tube that worked as hypothesized.
The Alps are constantly rising in height, despite being eroded at the same rate, due to climate-driven uplift. Researchers used rare isotopes to prove this phenomenon, showing that mountains erode concurrently with their growth.
A new study published in Nature Geoscience finds that human activities such as large-scale farming can cause erosion at rates comparable to the world's largest rivers and glaciers. This is contrary to previous scholarship, which suggested that glaciers were more erosive than rivers.
Daily consumption of acidic beverages can lead to demineralization of hard dental tissues, causing tooth structure to wear away. To manage erosion, identify the culprit source, understand its effects on teeth, and stop or reduce consumption. Regular dental check-ups twice a year can help maintain healthy teeth.
Researchers studied postmenopausal women with RA, finding that hip bone mineral density correlated with bone erosion but not spine BMD. The study suggests that inflammation may play a role in both focal erosions and osteoporosis.
Researcher identifies wind erosion, salinization, and waterlogging as major land degradation indicators in Abu Dhabi Emirate. The study suggests conservation strategies and management options to combat desertification through better resource management.
Researchers predict Yucca Mountain crest erosion due to local geology, potentially affecting repository stability. The study used a numerical landscape evolution model to explore the rate of erosional decay.
A recent study by NYU researchers found that sports drinks can cause tooth erosion and hypersensitivity due to high levels of citric acid. The condition affects one in 15 Americans and can lead to severe tooth damage if left untreated.
The first issue of Lithosphere features studies on Holocene surface ruptures in New Zealand, a fluid factory in solid Earth, and the erosion of the Wasatch Mountains. Researchers found evidence of five surface-rupturing earthquakes in New Zealand and proposed a new model for fluids in Earth's interior.
A new study found that coastal erosion in Alaska more than doubled from historical rates, averaging over 14 meters per year. The authors attribute this increase to declining sea ice extent, rising sea temperatures, and storm power, which may signal a shift in ocean-land interactions.
Coastal erosion in Alaska's Arctic region has more than doubled to 45 feet per year over a 5-year period. The increased erosion rates are attributed to changing arctic conditions, including declining sea ice extent, rising sea level, and increasing storm power.
A study published in the Academy of General Dentistry journal found that brewed tea has a lower erosive effect on teeth compared to soft drinks and acidic juices. The study suggests that drinking brewed tea can help prevent tooth erosion, which can wear away the enamel and lead to irreversible damage.
Research reveals how intense glacial erosion changes the St. Elias mountain range's internal structure, responding to plate tectonics and climate change. The study provides new insights into the impact of glaciers on mountain formation and evolution.
New research suggests that glacial dams formed at the mouths of tributaries helped prevent the Tsangpo River from carving into the Tibetan Plateau. These dams, made of moraines and debris, flattened the river's slope and reduced its ability to cut into the surrounding terrain.
Researchers used CT and MRI scans to detect bone erosions in RA wrists, finding that CT was more sensitive, but with limitations. The study validates the use of Outcome Measures in Rheumatology (OMERACT) scores for erosion assessment.
Geologist Bruce Marsh proposes that magma channels fractured the Earth's surface, providing a 'template' for later erosion to create valleys and mountain ranges. The discovery in Antarctica's McMurdo Dry Valleys dates back at least 180 million years, shedding light on land-surface evolution.
Consuming acidic foods and beverages can lead to tooth erosion, causing decay and damage to dental enamel. Dr. Bartlett advises patients to wait at least 20 minutes before brushing after eating or drinking an acidic food or beverage, and to minimize snacking throughout the day.
A phase 2 trial found that denosumab reduced the progression of bone erosion in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. The treatment group experienced significant reductions in erosion scores, even as early as six months, compared to the control group.
Researchers provide a guide for geologists to account for various factors, including erosion types and surface conditions, when examining dinosaur tracks. They describe different levels of preservation, such as true tracks and undertracks, which reveal the squishing and displacement of sand when dinosaurs took steps.
A team of researchers has found conclusive evidence of tsunamis in the Bristol Channel, which they attribute to a catastrophic wave erosion event that occurred on January 30, 1607. The study uses established catalogues of geomorphic features to demonstrate the impact of tsunamis on coastal landscapes.
Scientists study correlations between solar energy and global ice volume, finding inverse trends that challenge previous studies. They also investigate decomposing methane gas hydrates on the Arctic Shelf, suggesting a possible link to pingos and subsidence.
Mark Brandon's award-winning research explores the dynamics of erosion in tectonically active mountain ranges. His work has shed light on the interplay between accretion, erosion, and wedge growth in shaping the Earth's surface.
Scientists found that massive erosion of the Alps was triggered by a sudden drop in Mediterranean Sea levels and prolonged warmer climate. The event, known as the Messinian salinity crisis, carved deep valleys and left behind lakes, reducing the mountain range's size over millions of years.
A University of Toronto study reveals that rainfall-induced erosion significantly impacts tectonic plate behavior, extending to the mantle thermal engine. The research suggests subtle surface weathering could shift plates over millions of years.
Research suggests that high fluoride intake from beverages during infancy and early childhood increases the risk of dental fluorosis in permanent incisors. Consuming more 100% juice and infant formulas with naturally high water fluoride concentrations also contribute to increased fluoride intakes.
Researchers reconstructed the Indus River's discharge over 30 million years and found a significant change in sediment source five million years ago. The study suggests that rivers were diverted from their original southeasterly flow by uplifted mountain ranges in modern-day Pakistan.
Using a new geochemical tool, researchers documented how fast glaciers eroded the Coast Mountains of British Columbia, finding rates six times faster than rivers and landslides. Glaciers scraped at least 2 kilometers of rock from mountains around 1.8 million years ago, shaping the landscape.
Researchers found that coastal bluffs and cliffs are a significant source of sand in Southern California beaches, accounting for half of the sand in the Oceanside Littoral Cell. The study uses laser-scanning technology to quantify bluff erosion with high accuracy, challenging conventional assumptions about beach sand supply.
The study revealed significant changes to the island, including beach erosion and overwash deposition. The data will be used to develop computer models predicting coastal impacts from severe storms.
Researchers found that human-created barriers and sea level rise trapped plants in a small zone, altering plant populations and dune structures. The loss of critical late-succession species threatens dune formation and habitat for endangered animals like the Kemp's ridley sea turtle.
Researchers in Nepal have identified a previously unknown fault that confirms intuition about deformation at depth in the Earth's crust. The discovery suggests a feedback mechanism between erosion and tectonic deformation, with implications for understanding mountain building processes.
A new study published in Nature suggests a connection between erosion rates and tectonic forces in the Himalaya region of Nepal. Researchers found that erosion rates increase significantly at the base of steep mountains, potentially influencing global climate change.
The Cassini mission has captured high-resolution images of Titan, revealing a geologically young surface with signs of tectonic resurfacing and erosion by liquid hydrocarbons. The surface features complex patterns, including channels and linear boundaries, indicating ongoing geological processes.
The study investigates how people navigate risk and uncertainty in their personal lives, relationships, and careers. Key findings include the erosion of traditional roles and relationships between men and women, as well as the increasing importance of private responsibilities and public support.
This article discusses distal fluvio-lacustrine volcaniclastic resedimentation in central Japan and its tectonic implications. Additionally, sedimentology on Macquarie Island reveals fossil ridge-transform intersections, while high-resolution C-isotope stratigraphy sheds light on mid-Neoproterozoic climate change in the Grand Canyon. T...
A new camera system and software may reveal clues about how ocean currents affect erosion, as well as near-shore phenomena like rip currents. The findings suggest a more complicated picture of water movement than previously thought, requiring researchers to re-examine ideas about beach erosion and repair strategies.
Researchers found that glaciers grind down mountains at a rate comparable to tectonic plate movement, validating the 'glacial buzz saw' hypothesis. This suggests that glacial erosion plays a significant role in shaping mountain landscapes and redistributing rock masses.
A four-year study reveals that Himalayan erosion rates are uniform across wet and dry regions, contrary to expectations. The Indian Ocean's monsoon rains create a striking difference in precipitation between the north and south, yet erosion rates remain relatively constant.
Researchers discovered a unique amphibian species, developed new methods for dating hillside erosion, and analyzed trace elements to recreate ancient environments. The team also created a new tool for analyzing basalts and found evidence of ancient volcanoes in Austria's Alps.
Researchers at Michigan State University discover that glaciers sculpt and erode landscapes through a phenomenon called glaciohydraulic supercooling, which affects the rate of erosion. This new understanding allows for better comprehension of how glaciers subdue mountains.
Researchers discovered that glacial erosion is controlled by the relationships of the ground beneath the glacier, the rubble pile, and the glacier itself. Glaciers achieve a steady state existence when the angle between their toe and sediment pile becomes too steep, causing streams to stop flowing and erosion to cease.
Researchers from Lehigh University and other institutions have found evidence suggesting that erosion and tectonic processes are contributing to the growth of the Himalayas. The study uses short- and long-term measurements, including seismological, geomorphic, and GPS data, to understand the geological processes at play.