El documento habla sobre el amor como fuente de valores. Explica que buscar el bien del otro nos enriquece como personas y nos muestra lo que es realmente valioso. Para vivir el amor como valor central en la familia, es importante conocer a Dios a través de la oración, la eucaristía y sacramentos. El compromiso es amar a la familia y demostrar ese amor a través de las acciones.
The project focuses on quantifying the effects of the limestone’s exploitation in Băița-Crăciunești Quarry on local biodiversity and its social impact. The influence of the operation extends beyond the predefined perimeter of the exploitation, having an impact on the surrounding natural and anthropic environments.
The purpose of this project was to develop a series of graphic representations from the data obtained on the field, which will highlight the exploitation’s range of influence generated from diverse sources. These maps provide an overall view of the impacted area, leading to the proposal of new methods to decrease the effects generated by the exploitation on biodiversity.
Considering that human settlements are in the nearby vicinity of the extracting operation, willing people from Băiță and Crăciunești villages will undergo a social impact study. In addition, this study will lead to a higher degree of awareness about the necessity of exploitations.
The project won the 1st Prize in National Quarry Life Award in 2014 in Romania.
Read more: http://www.quarrylifeaward.com/project/influences-non-metalliferous-ore-exploitation-biodiversity-and-its-social-impact
Basic Components of Seismo-Ionospheric Couplingdavohawrami
The document provides an overview of the basic components of seismo-ionospheric coupling. It discusses earth structure and seismology, including tectonic plates and earthquake magnitude scales. It also covers the atmosphere, ionization sources, and characteristics of the ionosphere. Key precursors of earthquakes mentioned are changes in radon gas emanation, electric fields, and geochemical factors. The conclusion states that radon emanation may provide the primary link between seismic activity and the ionosphere.
The results of the application of mobile direct-prospecting technology of frequency-resonance processing and interpretation of satellite images and photographs at the sites of hydrogen production, drilling wells, as well as within areas of hydrogen degassing in various regions are presented. Experimental reconnaissance studies were carried out to study the features of the deep structure of the hydrogen degassing areas.
The developed mobile and low-cost technology include modified methods of satellite images and photo-images frequency-resonance processing and decoding, vertical electric-resonance scanning of a cross-section, as well as a method of integrated assessment of oil and gas potential of large prospecting blocks and license areas. Separate methods of direct-prospecting technology are based on the principles of the “substance” paradigm of geophysical research, the essence of which is searching for a specific substance - oil, gas, gas condensate, etc.
The materials of instrumental measurements indicate that in regions of basalt volcano's location with roots at different depths, signals at hydrogen frequencies are almost always recorded. When scanning the cross-section, responses from hydrogen are recorded from the upper edges of basaltic volcanoes to their roots. It can be assumed that basaltic volcanoes are a kind of channel through which hydrogen migrates to the upper horizons of the cross-section and further into the atmosphere. Within many basaltic volcanoes at a depth of 68 km, deep (living) water is synthesized. Hydrogen-rich water is curative and can be used for wellness purposes. All surveyed zones of longevity on Earth are located within basalt volcanoes, in which water synthesized at a depth of 68 km migrates to the surface and is used for water supply. Hydrogen deposits can be formed by basaltic volcanoes in adjacent sealed reservoirs. Within some survey areas, responses at hydrogen frequencies from limestones, dolomites, and marls were recorded at shallow depths. Hydrogen deposits formed near basalt volcanoes in different types of reservoirs can be discovered and localized during areal exploration using proven methods. Direct-prospecting technology can also be used to study reservoirs in crystalline rocks (basalts including). Detailed studies and wells drilling in promising areas can be planned and carried out for hydrogen and living water at the same time.
The result of the investigation indicates the advisability of using direct-prospecting methods of frequency-resonance processing of satellite images to detect zones of hydrogen accumulation in areas of basalt volcanoes location, as well as in areas of hydrogen degassing. The use of mobile and low-cost technology will significantly speed up the exploration process for hydrogen, as well as reduce the financial costs for its implementation.
This document summarizes three recent space missions - SMOS, GOCE, and CRYOSAT - and their applications to physical oceanography. SMOS measures sea surface salinity from space using an interferometric radiometer and has produced initial global salinity maps from SMOS observations, though accuracy goals have not yet been reached due to data processing challenges. GOCE measures Earth's gravity field and will help estimate ocean mean dynamic topography. CRYOSAT, though aimed at sea ice thickness, also provides altimeter data over oceans that can be combined with other altimeter missions.
Research Inventy : International Journal of Engineering and Science is published by the group of young academic and industrial researchers with 12 Issues per year. It is an online as well as print version open access journal that provides rapid publication (monthly) of articles in all areas of the subject such as: civil, mechanical, chemical, electronic and computer engineering as well as production and information technology. The Journal welcomes the submission of manuscripts that meet the general criteria of significance and scientific excellence. Papers will be published by rapid process within 20 days after acceptance and peer review process takes only 7 days. All articles published in Research Inventy will be peer-reviewed.
The document summarizes a study of soil gas and water geochemistry at the Ungaran geothermal field in central Java, Indonesia. Soil gas surveys detected fault systems trending NNE-SSW and WNW-ESE through elevated CO2 and mercury. High mercury concentrations near fumaroles indicate the upflow zone of high temperature geothermal fluids may be located north of the fumaroles. Water chemistry shows thermal springs in the upflow zone are acidic Ca-Mg-SO4 type, while those near fumaroles are Ca-Mg-HCO3 and Ca-(Na)-SO4-HCO3, and those southeast are mixed Na-(Ca)-Cl-(HCO3
The Titan Saturn System Mission (TSSM) is a proposed joint NASA-ESA mission to conduct in-depth exploration of Titan and Enceladus. The mission would include an orbiter carrying instruments to study Titan's atmosphere, surface and interior. It would also deploy a hot air balloon and lake lander to conduct in situ measurements. The orbiter would tour Saturn's system for over 9 years, performing multiple close flybys of Titan and Enceladus to advance understanding of processes on these moons beyond what was possible with the Cassini-Huygens mission.
El documento habla sobre el amor como fuente de valores. Explica que buscar el bien del otro nos enriquece como personas y nos muestra lo que es realmente valioso. Para vivir el amor como valor central en la familia, es importante conocer a Dios a través de la oración, la eucaristía y sacramentos. El compromiso es amar a la familia y demostrar ese amor a través de las acciones.
The project focuses on quantifying the effects of the limestone’s exploitation in Băița-Crăciunești Quarry on local biodiversity and its social impact. The influence of the operation extends beyond the predefined perimeter of the exploitation, having an impact on the surrounding natural and anthropic environments.
The purpose of this project was to develop a series of graphic representations from the data obtained on the field, which will highlight the exploitation’s range of influence generated from diverse sources. These maps provide an overall view of the impacted area, leading to the proposal of new methods to decrease the effects generated by the exploitation on biodiversity.
Considering that human settlements are in the nearby vicinity of the extracting operation, willing people from Băiță and Crăciunești villages will undergo a social impact study. In addition, this study will lead to a higher degree of awareness about the necessity of exploitations.
The project won the 1st Prize in National Quarry Life Award in 2014 in Romania.
Read more: http://www.quarrylifeaward.com/project/influences-non-metalliferous-ore-exploitation-biodiversity-and-its-social-impact
Basic Components of Seismo-Ionospheric Couplingdavohawrami
The document provides an overview of the basic components of seismo-ionospheric coupling. It discusses earth structure and seismology, including tectonic plates and earthquake magnitude scales. It also covers the atmosphere, ionization sources, and characteristics of the ionosphere. Key precursors of earthquakes mentioned are changes in radon gas emanation, electric fields, and geochemical factors. The conclusion states that radon emanation may provide the primary link between seismic activity and the ionosphere.
The results of the application of mobile direct-prospecting technology of frequency-resonance processing and interpretation of satellite images and photographs at the sites of hydrogen production, drilling wells, as well as within areas of hydrogen degassing in various regions are presented. Experimental reconnaissance studies were carried out to study the features of the deep structure of the hydrogen degassing areas.
The developed mobile and low-cost technology include modified methods of satellite images and photo-images frequency-resonance processing and decoding, vertical electric-resonance scanning of a cross-section, as well as a method of integrated assessment of oil and gas potential of large prospecting blocks and license areas. Separate methods of direct-prospecting technology are based on the principles of the “substance” paradigm of geophysical research, the essence of which is searching for a specific substance - oil, gas, gas condensate, etc.
The materials of instrumental measurements indicate that in regions of basalt volcano's location with roots at different depths, signals at hydrogen frequencies are almost always recorded. When scanning the cross-section, responses from hydrogen are recorded from the upper edges of basaltic volcanoes to their roots. It can be assumed that basaltic volcanoes are a kind of channel through which hydrogen migrates to the upper horizons of the cross-section and further into the atmosphere. Within many basaltic volcanoes at a depth of 68 km, deep (living) water is synthesized. Hydrogen-rich water is curative and can be used for wellness purposes. All surveyed zones of longevity on Earth are located within basalt volcanoes, in which water synthesized at a depth of 68 km migrates to the surface and is used for water supply. Hydrogen deposits can be formed by basaltic volcanoes in adjacent sealed reservoirs. Within some survey areas, responses at hydrogen frequencies from limestones, dolomites, and marls were recorded at shallow depths. Hydrogen deposits formed near basalt volcanoes in different types of reservoirs can be discovered and localized during areal exploration using proven methods. Direct-prospecting technology can also be used to study reservoirs in crystalline rocks (basalts including). Detailed studies and wells drilling in promising areas can be planned and carried out for hydrogen and living water at the same time.
The result of the investigation indicates the advisability of using direct-prospecting methods of frequency-resonance processing of satellite images to detect zones of hydrogen accumulation in areas of basalt volcanoes location, as well as in areas of hydrogen degassing. The use of mobile and low-cost technology will significantly speed up the exploration process for hydrogen, as well as reduce the financial costs for its implementation.
This document summarizes three recent space missions - SMOS, GOCE, and CRYOSAT - and their applications to physical oceanography. SMOS measures sea surface salinity from space using an interferometric radiometer and has produced initial global salinity maps from SMOS observations, though accuracy goals have not yet been reached due to data processing challenges. GOCE measures Earth's gravity field and will help estimate ocean mean dynamic topography. CRYOSAT, though aimed at sea ice thickness, also provides altimeter data over oceans that can be combined with other altimeter missions.
Research Inventy : International Journal of Engineering and Science is published by the group of young academic and industrial researchers with 12 Issues per year. It is an online as well as print version open access journal that provides rapid publication (monthly) of articles in all areas of the subject such as: civil, mechanical, chemical, electronic and computer engineering as well as production and information technology. The Journal welcomes the submission of manuscripts that meet the general criteria of significance and scientific excellence. Papers will be published by rapid process within 20 days after acceptance and peer review process takes only 7 days. All articles published in Research Inventy will be peer-reviewed.
The document summarizes a study of soil gas and water geochemistry at the Ungaran geothermal field in central Java, Indonesia. Soil gas surveys detected fault systems trending NNE-SSW and WNW-ESE through elevated CO2 and mercury. High mercury concentrations near fumaroles indicate the upflow zone of high temperature geothermal fluids may be located north of the fumaroles. Water chemistry shows thermal springs in the upflow zone are acidic Ca-Mg-SO4 type, while those near fumaroles are Ca-Mg-HCO3 and Ca-(Na)-SO4-HCO3, and those southeast are mixed Na-(Ca)-Cl-(HCO3
The Titan Saturn System Mission (TSSM) is a proposed joint NASA-ESA mission to conduct in-depth exploration of Titan and Enceladus. The mission would include an orbiter carrying instruments to study Titan's atmosphere, surface and interior. It would also deploy a hot air balloon and lake lander to conduct in situ measurements. The orbiter would tour Saturn's system for over 9 years, performing multiple close flybys of Titan and Enceladus to advance understanding of processes on these moons beyond what was possible with the Cassini-Huygens mission.
It was found that an underground nuclear explosion at a depth of 172 meters with
a charge power of 0.3 kT, carried out with the aim of creating an underground
reservoir for storing hydrocarbons, for a 53-year after-effect period is associated with
a high content of technogenic radionuclides in the soil profile. With the indicated
charge, power and depth in the thickness of Chegan clay, such nuclear explosions in
the West Siberian and other similar regions are unacceptable. Studies have shown
that nowadays it is unacceptable to use the territory within a radius of 500 m from the
technological well as hayfields and pastures. The increased content of strontium-90
and cesium-137 from a depth of 40 cm is associated with their entry and accumulation
in grass and woody vegetation.
Observation of large scale precursor correlations between cosmic rays and ear...Sérgio Sacani
The search for correlations between secondary cosmic ray detection rates and seismic
effects has long been a subject of investigation motivated by the hope of identifying a new
precursor type that could feed a global early warning system against earthquakes. Here we show
for the first time that the average variation of the cosmic ray detection rates correlates with the
global seismic activity to be observed with a time lag of approximately two weeks, and that the
significance of the effect varies with a periodicity resembling the undecenal solar cycle, with a
shift in phase of around three years, exceeding 6 𝜎 at local maxima. The precursor characteristics
of the observed correlations point to a pioneer perspective of an early warning system against
earthquakes.
Microwave radiation anomaly of Wenchuan earthquake and its mechanism.pptgrssieee
The document presents a study on microwave radiation anomalies before the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake in China. A new method is proposed to extract microwave radiation anomalies from satellite data by eliminating effects of terrain and weather. Analysis found positive microwave anomalies from 40 days to 2 days before the earthquake near the epicenter. Experimental work on rock samples under loading showed that microwave radiation increases in the fracturing stage, providing a potential explanation for the observed pre-earthquake microwave anomalies.
This document summarizes a study of uplifted coral reef platforms along the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica that provide evidence of past earthquakes on the North Panama Deformed Belt (NPDB). The study identified 7 pre-1991 coral platforms and dated 12 earthquake events over the past 7,000 years. Earthquake recurrence is irregular, with larger events every 1,400 years and smaller events every 200 years. The study estimated an average uplift rate along the NPDB of 1.9 mm/yr and a fault slip rate of 3.8 mm/yr based on dating and mapping of the coral platforms.
Modern water at low latitudes on Mars: Potential evidence from dune surfacesSérgio Sacani
Landforms on the Martian surface are critical to understanding the nature of surface processes in the recent
past. However, modern hydroclimatic conditions on Mars remain enigmatic, as explanations for the formation
of observed landforms are ambiguous. We report crusts, cracks, aggregates, and bright polygonal ridges on the
surfaces of hydrated salt-rich dunes of southern Utopia Planitia (~25°N) from in situ exploration by the Zhurong
rover. These surface features were inferred to form after 1.4 to 0.4 million years ago. Wind and CO2 frost processes can be ruled out as potential mechanisms. Instead, involvement of saline water from thawed frost/snow is
the most likely cause. This discovery sheds light on more humid conditions of the modern Martian climate and
provides critical clues to future exploration missions searching for signs of extant life, particularly at low latitudes with comparatively warmer, more amenable surface temperatures.
ASSESMENT OF FAULT ACTIVITY a mineralogical perspective_RadwanOmar Radwan
This document outlines a term paper on assessing fault activity from a mineralogical perspective. It discusses electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) dating of faults. EPR dating measures radiation-induced paramagnetic centers in minerals to determine the accumulated radiation dose over time. This can date fault movements by dating minerals crushed during faulting or precipitated in fault zones. The document presents a case study of the Eupchon Fault in South Korea, where EPR dating of fault rocks indicates reactivation approximately 2000, 1300, 900-1100, 700-800, and 500-600 thousand years ago, showing it is potentially active with seismic hazards.
The document summarizes information about NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) satellite mission to study the sun. SDO was launched in 2010 and uses high-resolution instruments to observe the sun's atmosphere, magnetic field, and irradiance. It aims to improve understanding of the sun's influence on space weather and the solar cycle. SDO provides images every minute that are 10 times clearer than previous satellites and help scientists monitor solar activity and eruptions.
The document summarizes findings from the Microwave Instrument on the Rosetta Orbiter (MIRO) regarding the subsurface properties and early activity of comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko. Key points:
- MIRO detected water vapor emissions from the comet beginning in early June 2014 and measured the total water production rate, which varied from 0.3 kg/s to 1.2 kg/s between June and August.
- Water outgassing displayed periodic variations correlated with the comet's 12.4-hour rotation period and seemed to originate primarily from the comet's "neck" region.
- Subsurface temperatures measured by MIRO showed seasonal and diurnal variations, indicating radiation
The document discusses the potential for lunar ultraviolet observatories. It notes that the Moon provides a stable location with no atmosphere to observe UV radiation from sources like the intergalactic medium, exoplanets, and the Earth's magnetosphere and exosphere. A proposed mission called EarthASAP would use a cubesat in lunar orbit to produce the first 3D map of the Earth's exosphere and monitor interactions between the Earth and solar wind. Such observations from the Moon's perspective could provide important data for studying exoplanets and space weather effects. The document outlines the science goals and technological requirements for EarthASAP and lunar UV observatories more broadly.
Radioactive impact of fukushima accident on the iberian peninsula: evolution ...trabajomuestreo
This document analyzes the detection of radioactive materials from the Fukushima nuclear accident on the Iberian Peninsula from March 28th to April 7th, 2011. High levels of radionuclides like 131I, 132I, 132Te, 134Cs and 137Cs were measured at three monitoring stations in southwest Spain. Back-trajectory analysis of air masses showed that the radioactive plume from Fukushima reached the Iberian Peninsula. Reported radionuclide levels in places crossed by the plume, like Japan, the Pacific Ocean, and the United States, were consistent with the expected levels arriving in Huelva Province, Spain.
The mission of the Puerto Rico Seismic Network (PRSN)is to monitor and rapidly determine the location and sizeof all earthquakes and the alert level of tsunamis in theArea of Responsibility (AOR) and to immediatelydisseminate this information to concerned agencies,scientists, and the general public. The PRSN compilesand maintains an extensive seismic database ofearthquake parameters, continuous waveforms(earthquakes, GPS and sea level) and their effects whichserve as a solid foundation for basic and applied earthscience/oceanography research in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean.
The document discusses several environmental disasters including Chernobyl, toxic algae in the Mediterranean Sea, Nevada atomic bomb tests, Bhopal gas tragedy, and Tokaimura nuclear accident. It describes the events and impacts of each disaster, such as radiation release at Chernobyl leading to forest damage and contamination of groundwater, toxic algae overtaking native species in the Mediterranean, and ongoing health issues from the Bhopal gas leak. The document also notes international agreements on nuclear testing due to health effects of radiation exposure.
Modern techniques for prediction of earthquakes.pptxSonaSiva1
This document summarizes several modern techniques for predicting earthquakes, noting that while none are 100% accurate, research is ongoing. It defines earthquakes and the components of a valid prediction: date, time, location, magnitude, and probability. Several prediction methods are described, including monitoring radon emissions, seismic activity, hydrochemical changes, GPS data, animal behavior anomalies, and using machine learning to analyze historical data. However, the document concludes that scientists have not found reliable signals to predict earthquakes far enough in advance to warn people due to limitations of current understanding of earthquake science.
A shortduration event_as_the_cause_of_dust_ejection_from_main_belt_comet_p201...Sérgio Sacani
This document summarizes observations and analysis of Main-Belt Comet P/2012 F5 (Gibbs) using the Gran Telescopio Canarias. Images from May 18 and June 8, 2012 show narrow dust trails that can be explained by an impulsive ejection event around July 1, 2011 lasting less than a day. A Monte Carlo dust tail model fits the observed brightness and implies ejection velocities of 8-10 cm/s for particles from 30 cm to 130 μm. The size distribution of particles follows a power law index of -3.7. The nucleus is estimated to be 200-300 m in diameter.
Seismic Refraction Survey for Groundwater Potentials of Northern Paiko Area. ...iosrjce
This paper titled Seismic Refraction Survey for Groundwater Potentials of Southern Paiko Area.
Niger State, Nigeria, employs the service of seismic refraction survey method. A twelve-channel seistronix was
used for the data collection. The profiles were marked at 100 m intervals, while the profiles lines traversed
1000 m (1km). A Total of 44 spreads were shot. Data were collected, Time – distance (T-S) graphs were plotted
using matrix laboratory software, velocities of the underlying layers obtained and depths to the refractor layer
computed and geologic cross sections were obtained. The results obtained gave an overview of the lateral
variation in the lithological changes of the subsurface earth materials in the surveyed area. The basement
surface varied in depth, from 10.16 m to a maximum of 14.80 m. weathered layer velocities ranging from 809
m/s to 3612 m/s and consolidated layer velocities varying between 2858 m/s to 9696 m/s. Four shot points were
delineated as aquifer potentials of the area having depth to refractor varying between 13.70 m and 14.80 m with
overburden velocities ranging from 1940 m/s to 3462 m/s. The rock materials identified in the surveyed area are
chiefly sand, saturated clay, gravel, gneiss, igneous rock and granite.
Montoro Resources provides an update on its exploration program on the Pecors-Serpent River properties near Elliot Lake, Ontario. Drilling and probing of holes PDH-1 and PDH-2 identified two conductive anomalies through geophysical surveys. Rock samples from hole PDH-2 returned anomalous nickel, copper, and PGE values, indicating the potential for a new deposit type in the area. Further exploration will focus on understanding the geology and nature of the magnetic anomalies identified to determine next steps.
1. A magnetic survey was conducted in Chiguata, Peru to identify archaeological structures buried underground. Magnetic anomalies detected a previously unknown lithic structure and additional buried bodies that may be of archaeological significance.
2. The site surveyed was known as Tambo de Chiguata or Old Town, which was occupied by the Churajon and Inca cultures from 1000 AD until the arrival of the Spanish. Magnetic anomalies revealed structures at greater depths, suggesting even earlier human occupation was possible.
3. Processing and analysis of the magnetic data identified anomalies through techniques like potential field transformations, filtering, and 2D and 3D inversions. One anomaly corresponded to a buried lithic structure not previously identified through visual inspection alone
A measurement of water vapour amid a largelyFelipe Hime
- Galileo observations of Europa showed its surface consists of chaotic terrains like pits, domes, and irregular uplifts, suggesting Europa contains a global ocean under an icy crust.
- The authors conducted a survey from 2016-2017 using infrared spectroscopy at the Keck Observatory to directly measure water vapor on Europa, resulting in non-detections on 16 of 17 dates with strict upper limits.
- On one date (April 26, 2016), a measurement of water vapor was detected at Europa's leading hemisphere, corresponding to a column density of 1.4×1019 H2O m-2 and a total water production rate exceeding previous exogenic estimates, suggesting an isolated localized endogenic plume event.
Application of radiometric surveys to delineate between sedimentary terrain a...Alexander Decker
Th(Bq/kg)
K(Bq/kg)
1) The study used a NaI(TI) detector and multichannel analyzer to analyze soil samples from sedimentary and basement terrains in Nigeria to determine activity concentrations of radium, thorium, and potassium.
2) The results found higher average activity concentrations of radium, thorium, and potassium in the basement complex compared to the sedimentary terrain. Specifically, the averages were 44 Bq/kg, 53 Bq/kg, 80 Bq/kg for the basement complex and 35 Bq/kg, 43 Bq/kg, 72 Bq/kg for the sedimentary terrain.
3)
It was found that an underground nuclear explosion at a depth of 172 meters with
a charge power of 0.3 kT, carried out with the aim of creating an underground
reservoir for storing hydrocarbons, for a 53-year after-effect period is associated with
a high content of technogenic radionuclides in the soil profile. With the indicated
charge, power and depth in the thickness of Chegan clay, such nuclear explosions in
the West Siberian and other similar regions are unacceptable. Studies have shown
that nowadays it is unacceptable to use the territory within a radius of 500 m from the
technological well as hayfields and pastures. The increased content of strontium-90
and cesium-137 from a depth of 40 cm is associated with their entry and accumulation
in grass and woody vegetation.
Observation of large scale precursor correlations between cosmic rays and ear...Sérgio Sacani
The search for correlations between secondary cosmic ray detection rates and seismic
effects has long been a subject of investigation motivated by the hope of identifying a new
precursor type that could feed a global early warning system against earthquakes. Here we show
for the first time that the average variation of the cosmic ray detection rates correlates with the
global seismic activity to be observed with a time lag of approximately two weeks, and that the
significance of the effect varies with a periodicity resembling the undecenal solar cycle, with a
shift in phase of around three years, exceeding 6 𝜎 at local maxima. The precursor characteristics
of the observed correlations point to a pioneer perspective of an early warning system against
earthquakes.
Microwave radiation anomaly of Wenchuan earthquake and its mechanism.pptgrssieee
The document presents a study on microwave radiation anomalies before the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake in China. A new method is proposed to extract microwave radiation anomalies from satellite data by eliminating effects of terrain and weather. Analysis found positive microwave anomalies from 40 days to 2 days before the earthquake near the epicenter. Experimental work on rock samples under loading showed that microwave radiation increases in the fracturing stage, providing a potential explanation for the observed pre-earthquake microwave anomalies.
This document summarizes a study of uplifted coral reef platforms along the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica that provide evidence of past earthquakes on the North Panama Deformed Belt (NPDB). The study identified 7 pre-1991 coral platforms and dated 12 earthquake events over the past 7,000 years. Earthquake recurrence is irregular, with larger events every 1,400 years and smaller events every 200 years. The study estimated an average uplift rate along the NPDB of 1.9 mm/yr and a fault slip rate of 3.8 mm/yr based on dating and mapping of the coral platforms.
Modern water at low latitudes on Mars: Potential evidence from dune surfacesSérgio Sacani
Landforms on the Martian surface are critical to understanding the nature of surface processes in the recent
past. However, modern hydroclimatic conditions on Mars remain enigmatic, as explanations for the formation
of observed landforms are ambiguous. We report crusts, cracks, aggregates, and bright polygonal ridges on the
surfaces of hydrated salt-rich dunes of southern Utopia Planitia (~25°N) from in situ exploration by the Zhurong
rover. These surface features were inferred to form after 1.4 to 0.4 million years ago. Wind and CO2 frost processes can be ruled out as potential mechanisms. Instead, involvement of saline water from thawed frost/snow is
the most likely cause. This discovery sheds light on more humid conditions of the modern Martian climate and
provides critical clues to future exploration missions searching for signs of extant life, particularly at low latitudes with comparatively warmer, more amenable surface temperatures.
ASSESMENT OF FAULT ACTIVITY a mineralogical perspective_RadwanOmar Radwan
This document outlines a term paper on assessing fault activity from a mineralogical perspective. It discusses electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) dating of faults. EPR dating measures radiation-induced paramagnetic centers in minerals to determine the accumulated radiation dose over time. This can date fault movements by dating minerals crushed during faulting or precipitated in fault zones. The document presents a case study of the Eupchon Fault in South Korea, where EPR dating of fault rocks indicates reactivation approximately 2000, 1300, 900-1100, 700-800, and 500-600 thousand years ago, showing it is potentially active with seismic hazards.
The document summarizes information about NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) satellite mission to study the sun. SDO was launched in 2010 and uses high-resolution instruments to observe the sun's atmosphere, magnetic field, and irradiance. It aims to improve understanding of the sun's influence on space weather and the solar cycle. SDO provides images every minute that are 10 times clearer than previous satellites and help scientists monitor solar activity and eruptions.
The document summarizes findings from the Microwave Instrument on the Rosetta Orbiter (MIRO) regarding the subsurface properties and early activity of comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko. Key points:
- MIRO detected water vapor emissions from the comet beginning in early June 2014 and measured the total water production rate, which varied from 0.3 kg/s to 1.2 kg/s between June and August.
- Water outgassing displayed periodic variations correlated with the comet's 12.4-hour rotation period and seemed to originate primarily from the comet's "neck" region.
- Subsurface temperatures measured by MIRO showed seasonal and diurnal variations, indicating radiation
The document discusses the potential for lunar ultraviolet observatories. It notes that the Moon provides a stable location with no atmosphere to observe UV radiation from sources like the intergalactic medium, exoplanets, and the Earth's magnetosphere and exosphere. A proposed mission called EarthASAP would use a cubesat in lunar orbit to produce the first 3D map of the Earth's exosphere and monitor interactions between the Earth and solar wind. Such observations from the Moon's perspective could provide important data for studying exoplanets and space weather effects. The document outlines the science goals and technological requirements for EarthASAP and lunar UV observatories more broadly.
Radioactive impact of fukushima accident on the iberian peninsula: evolution ...trabajomuestreo
This document analyzes the detection of radioactive materials from the Fukushima nuclear accident on the Iberian Peninsula from March 28th to April 7th, 2011. High levels of radionuclides like 131I, 132I, 132Te, 134Cs and 137Cs were measured at three monitoring stations in southwest Spain. Back-trajectory analysis of air masses showed that the radioactive plume from Fukushima reached the Iberian Peninsula. Reported radionuclide levels in places crossed by the plume, like Japan, the Pacific Ocean, and the United States, were consistent with the expected levels arriving in Huelva Province, Spain.
The mission of the Puerto Rico Seismic Network (PRSN)is to monitor and rapidly determine the location and sizeof all earthquakes and the alert level of tsunamis in theArea of Responsibility (AOR) and to immediatelydisseminate this information to concerned agencies,scientists, and the general public. The PRSN compilesand maintains an extensive seismic database ofearthquake parameters, continuous waveforms(earthquakes, GPS and sea level) and their effects whichserve as a solid foundation for basic and applied earthscience/oceanography research in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean.
The document discusses several environmental disasters including Chernobyl, toxic algae in the Mediterranean Sea, Nevada atomic bomb tests, Bhopal gas tragedy, and Tokaimura nuclear accident. It describes the events and impacts of each disaster, such as radiation release at Chernobyl leading to forest damage and contamination of groundwater, toxic algae overtaking native species in the Mediterranean, and ongoing health issues from the Bhopal gas leak. The document also notes international agreements on nuclear testing due to health effects of radiation exposure.
Modern techniques for prediction of earthquakes.pptxSonaSiva1
This document summarizes several modern techniques for predicting earthquakes, noting that while none are 100% accurate, research is ongoing. It defines earthquakes and the components of a valid prediction: date, time, location, magnitude, and probability. Several prediction methods are described, including monitoring radon emissions, seismic activity, hydrochemical changes, GPS data, animal behavior anomalies, and using machine learning to analyze historical data. However, the document concludes that scientists have not found reliable signals to predict earthquakes far enough in advance to warn people due to limitations of current understanding of earthquake science.
A shortduration event_as_the_cause_of_dust_ejection_from_main_belt_comet_p201...Sérgio Sacani
This document summarizes observations and analysis of Main-Belt Comet P/2012 F5 (Gibbs) using the Gran Telescopio Canarias. Images from May 18 and June 8, 2012 show narrow dust trails that can be explained by an impulsive ejection event around July 1, 2011 lasting less than a day. A Monte Carlo dust tail model fits the observed brightness and implies ejection velocities of 8-10 cm/s for particles from 30 cm to 130 μm. The size distribution of particles follows a power law index of -3.7. The nucleus is estimated to be 200-300 m in diameter.
Seismic Refraction Survey for Groundwater Potentials of Northern Paiko Area. ...iosrjce
This paper titled Seismic Refraction Survey for Groundwater Potentials of Southern Paiko Area.
Niger State, Nigeria, employs the service of seismic refraction survey method. A twelve-channel seistronix was
used for the data collection. The profiles were marked at 100 m intervals, while the profiles lines traversed
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Meteorito en Carancas, Puno, Perú
1. The Carancas Meteorite Fall, 15 September 2007
Official INGEMMET initial report
Released 21 September 2007
Luisa Macedo F. & José Macharé O.
Impact location
Country Peru
Region Puno
Province Chucuito
District Desaguadero
Community Carancas
Coordinates Lat: 16°39’52”S Long: 69°02’38”W Elev: 3 824 m a.s.l.
Figure 1.- Location map.
Impact date and time
Day 15 September 2007
Local time: 11:45 h
World time 19:45 h
Geological setting
The impact point is locates in a high plateau (Puna) formed upon a Cenozoic continental
sedimentary rocks (molasses or red beds: siltsones, shales and slates) of the Puno Group
(Palacios, 1993). The zone displays the development of a few meters thick reddish brown soil.
2. General description of the phenomenon
(Only anecdotic information based upon witnesses’ declarations)
Apparent displacement azimuth of the object: towards N030°E.
The object was observed since it was at about 1 000 m from the earth surface.
The object presented a strongly luminous head (white light) and a white smoky queue.
No other objects were observed to fall after the main body.
There was a strong explosion that was felt up to Desaguadero city 20 km from the impact site.
Some window glasses of the Local Health Center (at 1 km from the site) were broken.
The explosion “sound” lasts about 15 minutes (!)
After the impact, boiling water was seen in the crater, and a smoke column was formed that lasts
for several minutes. A “sulfurous” smell was reported there.
General description of effects on ground
The impact created a crater when collided with the soft ground (reddish brown soil). The crater is
composed by a hole and an ejecta rim. The central hole became a pond, by infill with
groundwater that crops out after the impact (figure 2). The following table gives the diameters and
other measures of the geoform.
The maximum rim height was 1 m above the original soil level, and was seen in the northern
border. The photo of figure 2 is looking northward. Dispersal ejecta made by brown soil with grey
patina (meteorite powder), up to 5 cm in diameter were found at 200 m from the impact point.
Three days after the fall, water in the pond was 1 m below the original soil level. It presented
turbid brown aspect, with pH = 7.8, temperature 17.9°C, conductivity > 4000 milisiems, and total
suspended solids > 2000 ppm. (Measurements by Prof. Mario Soto, Univ. of Altiplano, Puno).
Figure 2.- Carancas crater lake and ejecta rim. Looking to the north.
3. First results of meteorite samples analyzed
Sampling by the INGEMMET scientist has been only partial. When she arrived, 36 hours later
than the impact occurred, most major fragments had been taken by villagers.
Naked-eye observations show fine grained, light grey, fragile rocky material with disseminated
iron of 1mm diameter (figures 4, 5, and 6).
Thin and polished sections were prepared for petro-mineralogic determinations under optical
microscope. They revealed chondritic texture, and a mineral composition including pyroxene,
olivine, iron, troilite, and alkali (?) feldspar.
Fig. 4 Natural aspect with striated surface Fig. 5 Natural aspect with iron oxide inclusion
Figure 6.- Free face after cutting. Surface coating is artificial resin not a reaction crust.
Fragments in all photos are 4-5 cm. tall.
Thin and polished sections were prepared for petro-mineralogic determinations under optical
microscope. The results revealed chondritic texture and a mineral composition including:
Pyroxene 1 40%
Olivine 20%
Feldspar 10%
Pyroxene 2 10%
4. Opaque minerals total about 20% and include:
Kamacite 15%
Troilite 5%
Cromite traces
Native Cu traces
Figure 7.- Thin section of the Carancas meteorite. Parallel and crossed nicols.
Figure 8.- Polished section of the Carancas meteorite.
Ongoing and proposed further studies
Initial results will be complemented and refined with ICP-MS chemical analysis and SEM-Edax
analysis being done in Peru. Results are expected at the beginning of the next week.
Several world scientists have offered to participate with special tests including oxygen isotope
analyses to study the origin, ESEM and FESEM studies and determinations of C/N and C/S ratios
in any interesting embedded microstructures, and FE ASEM probing to characterize impact
microstructures.
Water from the pond as well as soil samples from the impact zone are being analyzed for
chemical composition in Peru.
Final considerations
Scientists from the Peruvian Institute of Nuclear Energy have reported that non radioactive
material was detected in association with the sampled object.
From our field observations and information given by the Puno Regional Health Director, the
initial report about 200 people affected by headache, vomits and stomachache seems
5. exaggerated. Ill people would be around 30, and additional 20 children from the local school are
being examined. Causes of illness are still unknown.
Owing to the social issues associated with the impact, new results will continue to reach first the
Instituto de Defensa Civil (INDECI) which authorize their public release.
It is recommended to protect the site to preserve the field evidence and allow further research.
Acknowledgements
Instituto Nacional de Defensa Civil
Municipalidad de Desaguadero
Universidad Nacional del Altiplano
Gobierno Regional de Puno
Participants
Field geology: Luisa Macedo
Petro-mineralogy: Teresa Velarde, Cesar Cánepa, Hans-Jürgen Bernhardt, Laura Plascencia.
Geochemistry: Vicentina Cruz
Coordination: José Macharé
Information: Hernando Núñez del Prado, Rosana Ramírez.
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