Sunday, September 21, 2014

Yellowstone, Part 2

While we were visiting Yellowstone, we kept talking about the fact that we were walking on top of volcanic ground. It was strange and wonderful.
The hydrothermal conditions were so intriguing. There was bubbling hot, multi-colored water and the smell of sulphur everywhere. I read about thermophiles, organisms found in these waters that thrive in extremely high temperatures. These organisms are helping scientists find life on other planets.
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Mammoth Hot Springs (below) was quite a sight – chalky, icy white scalding waters.
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There was a deep canyon created from the activity of lava flows and glaciers– the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone.
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Yellowstone is so full – lakes, canyons, geothermal activity, forest. It made me feel deeply how things are constantly changing. Each corner of this park is slowly shifting every moment, just as I am as a human being. There were numerous signs I read that said, “Don’t think this will be the same park next time you come.” That’s life for you. 
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