Subj : ES Picture of the Day 06  2022
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From : Dan Richter
Date : Sun Feb 06 2022 11:01:14

 EPOD - a service of USRA

The Earth Science Picture of the Day (EPOD) highlights the diverse processes
and phenomena which shape our planet and our lives. EPOD will collect and
archive photos, imagery, graphics, and artwork with short explanatory
captions and links exemplifying features within the Earth system. The
community is invited to contribute digital imagery, short captions and
relevant links.


 Archive - Pancake Rocks, New Zealand

   February 05, 2022

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   Every weekend we present a notable item from our archives.

   This EPOD was originally published January 2, 2012.

   Photographer:  Enver Murad
   Summary Author:  Enver Murad
    Paparoa National Park on New Zealand’s west coast near the small
   town of  Punakaiki is renowned for its  limestone cliffs and
    karst phenomena such as caves and underground streams. Formation of
   the famous  Pancake Rocks began during the  Tertiary period when
    carbonate-rich fragments of marine plant and animal skeletons were
   deposited on the  seabed some 30 million years ago. The resultant
   alternating layers of hard and soft limestone and  mudstone were
   eventually solidified and raised above sea level. Wind, rain and acidic
   waters finally carved today’s spectacular formations out of the solid
   rock, giving the appearance of stacked pancakes.
     * Pancake Rocks, New Zealand Coordinates: -42.10833, 171.33611

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