Tag Archives: Erosion

View of the urban devastation caused by a catastrophic landslide in the city of Caraballeda, Vargas state, Venezuela, on December 15, 1999.
1999: The Devastating Impact of the Vargas Landslide

The 1999 Vargas Landslide in Venezuela, triggered by heavy rain, highlights the sudden, catastrophic potential of landslides, emphasizing the need for greater awareness and geological understanding

The view from Yavapai Point over the Grand Canyon showcases nearly 2 billion years of Earth’s geologic history, available for detailed study
c. 6.5 Million BCE: The Grand Canyon – A Geological Masterpiece

The Grand Canyon, one of Earth’s most remarkable geological formations, showcases the powerful erosive force of liquid water over time. It is a prime example of how rivers and streams can shape even the toughest [...]

Albert Bierstadt's 1866 painting 'A Storm in the Rocky Mountains, Mt. Rosalie' depicts the dramatic geological and meteorological features of the relatively young Rocky Mountains
c. 80 Million BCE: The Geological Formation of the Rocky Mountains

Explains the formation of the Rocky Mountains, a geological anomaly far from the North American plate's edge, initially formed by continental collisions 300 million years ago and later uplifted by the subducting Farallon plate around [...]

Tall, rugged peaks near the village of Saranpaul in central Russia showcase the enduring youthfulness of the ancient Ural Mountains.
c. 320 Million BCE: The Enduring Ural Mountains – Asia’s Ancient Peaks

Examines the Ural Mountains' formation and endurance, highlighting their unique geological history that has protected them from the tectonic activities and erosions that typically diminish ancient ranges, allowing them to maintain significant heights even today

This satellite image shows the ancient, folded, and eroded remnants of the Appalachian Mountains, depicted as brown bands, in the northeastern United States. New York City is visible just above the center right of the image.
c. 480 Million BCE: The Geological History of the Appalachian Mountains

Examines the formation and evolution of the Appalachian Mountains, tracing their origins to multiple plate collisions starting around 480 million years ago and discussing their transformation from towering peaks to the more subdued landscapes seen [...]