Geology | Boneblogger: Science and the outdoors https://boneblogger.com Exploring the natural world Sat, 23 Jun 2012 19:12:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Delving into the Cornish mining industry https://boneblogger.com/delving-into-the-cornish-mining-industry/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=delving-into-the-cornish-mining-industry Sat, 23 Jun 2012 19:12:05 +0000 http://boneblogger.com/?p=2626 Few industries have reshaped and redefined the Cornish landscape over the centuries as tin mining. The area is still synonymous with mining more than a decade after its last remaining mine closed down and put rest to the industry in the area. The first mining activity in Cornwall began in around 2150 BC, with underground […]

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]]> Rare Meteorite from Mars is Donated to Science https://boneblogger.com/rare-meteorite-from-mars-is-donated-to-science/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rare-meteorite-from-mars-is-donated-to-science Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:14:54 +0000 http://boneblogger.com/?p=2556 The Natural History Museum in London has recently become the proud owner of the largest piece of the Tissint Martian meteorite. The new addition is now the largest piece of meteorite held in the prestigious museum, weighing in at 1.1kg. The museum is delighted with the donation, but do not know who to thank because […]

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]]> I am a paleontologist https://boneblogger.com/i-am-a-paleontologist/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=i-am-a-paleontologist Mon, 25 Oct 2010 02:04:25 +0000 http://boneblogger.com/?p=2190 I love the science of paleontology for many reasons. The science combines so many other areas of study into one bundle, such as geology, biology, functional morphology, evolution, stratigraphy, and systematics. Not only that, dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals are just fun! And being fun, paleontology is a great way to introduce people to science […]

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]]> Bring Uniqueness and Style to Your Jewelry With Moissanite Rings https://boneblogger.com/bring-uniqueness-and-style-to-your-jewelry-with-moissanite-rings/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bring-uniqueness-and-style-to-your-jewelry-with-moissanite-rings Sun, 17 Oct 2010 02:29:03 +0000 http://boneblogger.com/?p=2129 If you are looking into having a unique gem for your ring, you can look into getting a moissanite gem.  Moissanite rings are gaining in popularity due to its properties and price, making it an alternative to diamonds.  These gems are more affordable, and ethically produced.  The characteristics of this gem, and its background, are […]

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]]> Finding Amethyst Crystals https://boneblogger.com/finding-amethyst-crystals/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=finding-amethyst-crystals Fri, 17 Sep 2010 21:03:53 +0000 http://boneblogger.com/?p=1991 If you are looking to add some amethyst crystals to your mineral collection, then you have a few choices. You can head down to the local hobby shop frequented by rock hounds and shell out some cash for a few dollars in exchange for some amethyst. You can head to your local store for New […]

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