Coming Soon!
This will be the new home of my blog Georneys. I ll be moving all of my posts here from the AGU blogosphere and starting some new blogging in 2024. Stay tuned!
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Georneys is Moving – and Where to Find Me
AGU has announced that it will be sunsetting the AGU Blogosphere. So, I am here to say goodbye and to thank AGU for years of hosting my blog. I started blogging for the AGU Blogosphere in 2011, when I was in graduate school. I ve enjoyed my time blogging here over the years, particularly my Continue reading Georneys is Moving and Where to Find Me
Geology Word of the Week: Q is for Quartzite
def. Quartzite: A metamorphic rock that consists primarily of interlocking grains of the mineral quartz. Quartzite forms when quartz-rich sandstone undergoes metamorphism. The term quartzite is an example of a geologic term that can be a little confusing. Most of the time, geologists use the term quartzite to refer to a metamorphic rock, which Continue reading Geology Word of the Week: Q is for…
Geology Word of the Week: P is for Pahoehoe
def. Pahoehoe: A type of lava with a smooth or undulating surface. Pahoehoe lava flows often resemble coils of rope and are most commonly found in basalt. Pahoehoe is Hawaiian word that is pronounced pah-hoy-hoy . Pahoehoe is a term used to describe a lava flow that has a smooth or undulating surface. Many pahoehoe Continue reading Geology Word of the Week: P is for Pahoehoe
Geology Word of the Week: O is for Outcrop
I attempted to revive the Geology Word of the Week earlier this year, but a few busy projects at work and also writing my first book derailed my plans. Let s try again! I have a Geology Alphabet to finish. I ll use some photos from my trip to Scotland earlier this year to illustrate this post. Continue reading Geology Word of the Week: O is for Outcrop
Geology Word of the Week: N is for Notebook
def. Notebook: A small book for recording notes, such as geological data. Since geologists often have to record notes in rainy (and sometimes snowy!) conditions, they prefer to use notebooks made with special paper that is water repellent and can be written on with a pencil or special pen even when there is precipitation. Continue reading Geology Word of the Week: N is for Notebook
Geology Word of the Week: M is for Mica
def. Mica: A term used to describe a group of minerals that form in flat layers (or sheets) and have a vitreous or pearly luster (they are shiny!). Micas are phyllosilicate minerals, also known as sheet silicate minerals. Micas are common rock-forming minerals, although some varieties are harder to find than others. Micas come Continue reading Geology Word of the Week: M is for Mica
Geology Word of the Week: L is for Luster
def. Luster (or Lustre if you use British spelling): The way in which the surface of a mineral or rock interacts with light. Words used by geologists to describe luster include metallic, sub-metallic, dull (or earthy), vitreous, waxy, silky, greasy, pearly, and adamantine. Luster is a physical property that is used by geologists to Continue reading Geology Word of the Week: L is for Luster
Geology Word of the Week: K is for Karst
Several years ago, I used to write a Geology Word of the Week post in which I selected a word used by geologists, wrote a definition of the word, and wrote up a post with some information and pictures related to the word. I went through the alphabet in order twice, writing about words starting Continue reading Geology Word of the Week: K is for Karst
What to Buy a Geologist for Christmas: 2022 Edition
This year, I ve decided to post another list of great books to buy for the geologist in your life. All of these are available as e-books, so they make excellent last minute gifts. If you want to look at previous years gift lists, here they are: 2010 – Part I 2010 – Part II 2011 Continue reading What to Buy a Geologist for Christmas: 2022 Edition