We came to the realization that volcanoes and likewise earthquakes usually occur with the similar patterns.  Some occurring linearly around the Pacific coast and others occurring in clusters, but are relative to their location. Topography is a bit random, but most commonly there’s higher elevation around the pacific and Iceland due to the…[Read more]

<li style=”font-weight: 400;” aria-level=”1″>Open the map of plate boundaries and the map of volcanoes. Spend 3-5 minutes examining the pattern of volcanoes relative to the tectonic boundaries and consider the following questions:

Volcanoes are found across all plate boundaries, some having a heavier concentration of them than others such as…[Read more]

You had a really well developed theory, and you used a relatively easy way of testing evaporation in a cup full of ice cubes during a rainy day and a non rainy day. I agree its not the rain itself, but the rain acts as a catalyst for the air to collect moisture and create humidity.

I agree with your concept about light reflecting snow to make it melt faster because their many sources of light including the sun and those of the snow around them

Why  has the Statue of Liberty changed color over time? Originally this symbol of our country was gifted to us by the French in 1885 as a gigantic statue made of thirty tons  of copper, which is of course a brownish/reddish color. At first, I wondered if this had anything to do with industrialization of New York City, as it inevitably would lead t…[Read more]

Petroleum engineering is where the moneys at right now I can see why you’re pursuing, not saying you’re not passionate about it. I’m sure you are but its booming right now. Isn’t it tough on you to be going after two majors unless they’re intertwined in your studies.

Oh this was meant for Luis, I don’t know why it showed up separately.

Oh wow, so do you dorm? Why did you environmental engineering? I hope this class helps you put you on the right path towards your major.

1. I go by Rajwinder.
2. My major is mechanical engineering; in pursuit of becoming an aerospace engineer though later on down the line.
3. From Punjab, India and my hobbies are to play sports like basketball and watching anime.
4. I hope to just get the credit while learning some interesting facts about the Earth.
5. I guess Im intrigued by natural…

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