Glacial striae on fractured marble

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Glacial striae on fractured marble

Glacial striae on fractured marble. Glacial striae (the vertical scratch marks) are marks made on rocks by other rocks due to the weight of ice as a glacier passes overhead. This sample of marble is around 50 centimetres across. Photographed in Svalbard, an Arctic archipelago governed by Norway

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Arctic Earth Science Fracture Geological Glaciology Marble Physical Geography Rock Stria Striations Svalbard

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the intricate beauty of nature's artistry on a grand scale. Glacial striae, like delicate brushstrokes etched upon fractured marble, tell a tale of immense power and transformation. These vertical scratch marks are remnants of an ancient dance between rocks and ice, as colossal glaciers exerted their weight upon the earth. Measuring approximately 50 centimeters across, this sample of marble hails from Svalbard, an Arctic archipelago governed by Norway. In this remote corner of the world, where icy winds whisper tales of frozen landscapes, geology takes center stage. The mesmerizing striations on the fractured marble bear witness to the relentless force with which glaciers once traversed these lands. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are reminded that our planet is a living canvas constantly shaped by natural forces beyond our control. It serves as a testament to Earth's rich geological history and offers us glimpses into its physical geography. Let us marvel at the intricate fractures in this rock formation and ponder how time has sculpted such remarkable patterns. This image invites us to appreciate both the fragility and resilience inherent in our planet's ever-changing landscape – a true masterpiece crafted by nature itself.

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