An enlightening passage of discovery of the Dynamic Earth A Look at Continental Drift Theory and Its Flaws Hypothesis about continental drift put forward by the distinguished scholar Alfred Wegener was the memorable concept that declared the immovable character of the Earth’s continents. According to Wegener’s theory there was movement in the later of the continents and therefore the formation of some and the breaking up of others. Nonetheless, Wegener’s theory came under criticism compelling the scientific community to look for the mechanism driving this movement. The scientific community of that time could not comprehend the forces that can lead to such gigantic movements of the earth’s surface and due to this reason, a shift in the benchmark was not acknowledged.   The Birth of Plate Tectonics The rejection of Wegener's continental drift theory paved the way for the development of a more comprehensive and scientifically sound concept: It depends on the b...

Hai JAM Aspirant 👍 About This Blog      Welcome, future geologists! This blog is dedicated to helping you excel in the Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) in Geology. Here, you’ll find valuable resources to guide you through your preparation journey. Understanding JAM Geology      The JAM Geology exam is your gateway to prestigious postgraduate programs in geology at top institutes like IITs. Let’s dive into the essentials: Exam Pattern       The JAM Geology exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs), multiple-select questions (MSQs), and numerical answer type (NAT) questions.   

  Discovering Black Smokers Unknown of the Ocean Base The Enigmatic Black Smokers Do you ever consider those black enormous chimneys which release the dark clouds of smoke from the bottom of the sea? These fascinating structures which are also referred to as black smokers are quite wonders of the underwater geophysical geography and are home to a myriad of young research interests and biological importance. Hydrothermal vents and black smokers Black smokers are a sort of hydrothermal vent that exists on the boundaries of tectonic plates and the areas of volcanic activities. These vents are formed through the hot water that is procured through cracks in the floor of the sea, by the under ground geological heat. The water is progressively heated and turns into steam, which goes up along with various dissolved minerals and materials from the Earth’s crust. When this superheated, mineral-laden water is expelled from the seafloor, it mixes with the colder seawater which makes the dissol...

   The Mysterious Racetrack Playa: Where Rocks Walk; Or Rocks Apparently in Motion The Racetrack Playa: An oddity in the ground Located in the area referred by most people as the Death Valley in the state of California in the northwestern side of the country is the Racetrack Playa. This is by far one of the flattest, driest true natural lakes one could ever find and has the ability to mesmerize any scientist or tourist. Growing to a height of 3. Average depth of 8 centimeters, Racetrack Playa is a small, flat, and closed depression with ridges around and is flooded for a short period of time throughout the year. The true beauty of this special terrain is in the mysterious nature of what is called ‘sailing stones’ – flat stones which vary in weight from some hundreds of grams to some hundreds of kilograms with noticeable evident tracks etched upon the surface; stones that appear to move of their own accord with no sign of human or animal influence. How Do the Sailing Stones Wor...

   The Shiva Crater: An Awe-Inspiring Geological Wonder      Located in the Arabian Sea, South of the western coast of India, there exists a geophysical phenomenon that has remained a subject of interest to scientists for more than four decades now; the Shiva Crater. The monstrous structure is estimated to be about 500 kilometers in diameter and perhaps has its origin in a cataclysmic event which occurred millions of years back which drastically changed the geography of the planet and its history.      Shiva Crater is a force of nonpareil destructive force, observing the destructive ability of the natural forces and the over whelming power of Space on earth. Due to its size and complex structures of geography and geology that are contained in it, it has been attracting scientific interest from geologists, astronomers, and researchers all over the world. Exploring the Face of the Moon Hidden by Shiva Crater      Exploration makes the...