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Geysers and Hot Springs: Why They Matter with Examples From Yellowstone National Park

Geysers and Hot Springs: Why They Matter with Examples From Yellowstone National Park

FromPlanetGeo: The Geology Podcast


Geysers and Hot Springs: Why They Matter with Examples From Yellowstone National Park

FromPlanetGeo: The Geology Podcast

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Length:
41 minutes
Released:
Jul 22, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Today we talk about Geysers!  And Hot Springs, Mudpots, and Fumaroles! These are extraordinary features that give any landscape a pretty dramatic look.  They are also very prevalent in Yellowstone National Park, and we give some key examples from that area.Hydrothermal features are really important to understand and monitor.  So important that the United State Congress passed a law requiring all National Parks to monitor and document hydrothermal features!  Hydrothermal features allow us to track heat and water deep within the Earth. This is becoming more important because heat and water give us Geothermal energy systems that might be growing during the coming energy transition. Join us for a wide ranging discussion on hydrothermal features, how they work, and what they tell us about the Earth!  Like, Follow, and leave us a review!  ——————————————————Instagram: @planetgeocastTwitter: @planetgeocastFacebook: @planetgeocast Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ_A82nOMu0nIvZto6zMPqgEmail: planetgeocast@gmail.comWebsite: https://planetgeocast.buzzsprout.com/
Released:
Jul 22, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

A Geology and Earth Science Podcast. Join Chris, an award-winning geology teacher, and Jesse, a geoscience professor, in discussing the amazing features of our planet and their impact on your everyday life. No prior knowledge required. New episodes coming at you every week. Listen, subscribe, share with someone you know!