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Welcome to GeoSphere, your premier destination for captivating and reliable insights into the dynamic processes shaping our planet. We are committed to providing authoritative, visually stunning Earth science content that's both timely and timeless. Dive deep into the fascinating world of geology, exploring everything from the fundamental forces that move continents to the explosive power of volcanoes. Stay informed with our rapid-response coverage of global events. Within 48 hours of major incidents, we deliver expert analysis of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, ensuring you have access to scientifically accurate information when you need it most. Understand the science behind these events, including earthquake magnitude, the moment magnitude scale, the Richter scale (historical context), the Volcanic Explosivity Index (VEI scale explained), and the devastating impact of extreme weather events like hurricanes, graded by the Saffir-Simpson scale. Learn what is a major hurricane and understand hurricane categories to protect yourself and others. GeoSphere offers in-depth explanations of complex concepts. Delve into the theory of continental drift, championed by Alfred Wegener, and learn about the supercontinent Pangea. Explore plate tectonics explained and understand how these massive plates interact, leading to what causes earthquakes. Discover the different types of volcanic eruptions, from relatively mild strombolian eruption to catastrophic plinian eruption. Unravel the mystery of what is a supervolcano and its potential global impact.
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