Evaporation Collection (#4)

Evaporation, the magical dance of molecules transforming from liquid to gas. It's a phenomenon that captivates our senses and leaves us in awe of nature's wonders

Evaporation Collection: Mono Lake - at 6400 feet. Famous for its tufa pinnacles, threat from Los Angeles water supply

Mono Lake - at 6400 feet. Famous for its tufa pinnacles, threat from Los Angeles water supply, and its birds. Sunset
ROG-11908 Mono Lake - at 6400 feet. Tufa pinnacles at sunset. East side of Sierra Nevada, near Lee Vining, California, USA Mono Lake is a closed hydrological basin - water flows into it

Evaporation Collection: Salt lake at Ses Salines

Salt lake at Ses Salines, Formentera, Balearic Islands, Spain, Mediterranean, Europe

Evaporation Collection: Eastern shore of the Dead Sea

Eastern shore of the Dead Sea, with salt concentration of over 20% sodium chloride (also rich in magnesium, calcium and potassium chlorides, Jordan

Evaporation Collection: Salt pans, Kutch district

Salt pans, Kutch district, Gujarat, India, Asia

Evaporation Collection: Collecting salt in the salt pans, Fier d Ars, Ile de Re, Charente Maritime

Collecting salt in the salt pans, Fier d Ars, Ile de Re, Charente Maritime, France, Europe

Evaporation Collection: Salt pans and volcanoes in the background, near Yaiza, Lanzarote, Canary Islands

Salt pans and volcanoes in the background, near Yaiza, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain, Atlantic, Europe

Evaporation Collection: Salt flats beside Lac Assal in rift valley 152m below sea level, Afar Triangle

Salt flats beside Lac Assal in rift valley 152m below sea level, Afar Triangle, Djibouti, Africa

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Evaporation, the magical dance of molecules transforming from liquid to gas. It's a phenomenon that captivates our senses and leaves us in awe of nature's wonders. Imagine gazing at the night sky, mesmerized by the ethereal beauty of the Hale-Bopp comet streaking across the heavens. As it journeys through space, evaporation takes place on its icy surface, releasing gases that create its magnificent tail. In contrast, cooling towers stand tall against an industrial backdrop. These towering structures are not just symbols of power plants but also icons of evaporation. They cool down hot water by allowing it to evaporate into thin air, dissipating heat and ensuring smooth operation. A thermogram reveals a world unseen by our naked eyes – temperature variations captured in vibrant colors. It unveils how evaporation cools surfaces like lava meeting the vast expanse of the ocean. The sizzling lava transforms into steam as it encounters seawater, creating a dramatic spectacle that showcases nature's raw power. Traveling to Europe now brings us to salt pans nestled within marshes on Ile de Re in Poitou Charentes, France. Picture No. 12479878 captures this serene landscape where brine is left behind after seawater evaporates under the sun's watchful gaze. This process repeats itself day after day as these salt pans become nature's own alchemist. Picture No. 12479874 transports us further along Chatelaillon-Plage near La Rochelle where salt pans stretch out before us like shimmering mirrors reflecting sunlight with grace and elegance. Evaporation works its magic here too; slowly crystallizing saline waters until they transform into precious crystals ready for harvest. Delving deeper into history through engravings reveals freezing water achieved through evaporation techniques long ago - Picture No. 12479868 depicts this captivating process using ordinary water while Picture No. 12479867 showcases how ether was employed for the same purpose.