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That’s so hot: Some of Yellowstone’s geyser and boiling water is hotter than others
Boiling refers to the process of converting a liquid into gas (a phase change). The temperature at which water boils depends on the surrounding pressure and on the amount of gas and salts in the water. As pressure increases, so does the boiling temperature. At sea level, where air pressure is one atmosphere, pure water (with no […]
When in Earth’s history did Yellowstone National Park begin?
What were the major events have shaped the Earth and its environment, and when did these events takes place? When did the major volcanic events in Yellowstone take place within the sequence of Earth’s major events? Geologic research has made significant progress to answer these questions, and future discoveries will further refine the fascinating story. […]
The long journey of water from Yellowstone geysers to the ocean
Yellowstone’s hot spring waters ultimately flow for thousands of miles before entering the ocean. But waters enter two different oceans—the Gulf of Mexico and the Pacific Ocean. There are numerous hot springs and a lot water flowing in Yellowstone, but what is the fate of the hot water erupted from Old Faithful Geyser, for example? Where does that water […]