Onion skin boulder
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Onion skin boulder
Weathered boulder. A close-up of a boulder that is undergoing onion skin weathering or exfoliation. This type of weathering is found in deserts and other areas of temperature extremes. The strain of contraction during cold periods and expansion during hot periods gradually weakens the rocks outer layers. Eventually these outer layers break off altogether
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Media ID 9197889
© NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM, LONDON/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Boulder Eroded Erosion Exfoliation Geological Layer Process Rock Stone Weathered Weathering Cutouts Exfoliated
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This print showcases the mesmerizing phenomenon of onion skin weathering on a boulder. The close-up shot reveals the intricate details of this natural process, which occurs in deserts and regions with extreme temperature fluctuations. Over time, the strain caused by contraction during cold periods and expansion during hot periods weakens the outer layers of rocks. The boulder featured in this image has undergone gradual erosion, resulting in its stunning appearance. Layers upon layers have been exfoliated, resembling delicate onion skins peeling away. This geological transformation is both fascinating and beautiful to behold. Photographed against a pristine white background in a studio setting, every texture and contour of the rock is highlighted with precision. The cut-out presentation further emphasizes the uniqueness of this natural wonder. This print serves as a testament to nature's incredible power to shape our world over millions of years. It invites us to contemplate the forces at play behind such breathtaking geological formations while marveling at their sheer beauty. A true masterpiece captured by Natural History Museum, London/Science Photo Library that sparks curiosity about our planet's ever-evolving landscapes.
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