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Voyage of the Continents episode 5

Science / 4 minutes of reading / March 1, 2023 / By HDclump

Voyage of the Continents episode 5: Europe grew out of three massive collisions with what became America, Asia and Africa. But although the continent has been assembled, it is still changing. Tectonic forces continue to transform Europe. Iceland is cracking apart at the seams, releasing geysers of steam and mountains of volcanic ash. The Alps are still rising and the Mediterranean may be drying up. Scientists working in the field will provide us with an understanding of the history of our Earth, and its majestic and destructive phenomena. The birth of the Alps, the disappearance of the Mediterranean, outstanding underground […]

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Voyage of the Continents episode 4

Science / 4 minutes of reading / February 28, 2023 / By HDclump

Voyage of the Continents episode 4: Europe’s geological history is mysterious. Continent was constructed out of three massive collisions by what was to become America, Asia and Africa. Born of three massive tectonic collisions the continent has been transformed many times. Each impact caused cataclysms on a tremendous scale, creating a world of chaotic forms and bright colours. Over time, mountain chains that were even higher than the Himalayas sprung up in Scandinavia and Scotland, where today the great central plains lie. After millions of years of erosion, Europe has become a sea floor. It has been invaded by unusual

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The Alps episode 2

Nature / 3 minutes of reading / March 12, 2021 / By HDclump

The Alps episode 2: Experience the hostile and bitter cold ecosystems of the Alps, shaped by snow blizzards and avalanches. In Europe’s highest mountain range, discover how Eurasian lynx, griffon vultures, ibex, marmots and more face extreme seasonal fluctuations, from volatile thunderstorms and landslides of summer to avalanches and frozen temperatures of winter. The Alps episode 2 The Alps are the highest and most extensive mountain range system that lies entirely in Europe, stretching approximately 1,200 km (750 mi) across eight Alpine countries (from west to east): France, Switzerland, Monaco, Italy, Liechtenstein, Austria, Germany, and Slovenia.

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The Alps episode 1

Nature / 3 minutes of reading / March 11, 2021 / By HDclump

The Alps episode 1: Enjoy the Alps in spring and summertime as newborn animals grow up to face the coming brutal winter. In Europe’s highest mountain range, discover how Eurasian lynx, griffon vultures, ibex, marmots and more face extreme seasonal fluctuations, from volatile thunderstorms and landslides of summer to avalanches and frozen temperatures of winter. The Alps episode 1 The Alps are the highest and most extensive mountain range system that lies entirely in Europe, stretching approximately 1,200 km (750 mi) across eight Alpine countries (from west to east): France, Switzerland, Monaco, Italy, Liechtenstein, Austria, Germany,

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