A glacier slowly winding its way down a valley.
Glaciers play a huge role in shaping the landscape of the Rocky Mountains. Here is a definition and a diagram showing evidence of glaciers in the andscape.
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The world is full of amazing natural wonders. Here are 5 of the most stunning rock climbing spots in the world (including the Rocky Mountains) that you need to see to believe. Continue reading
Pumice is so light it can float on water! Photo via Flickr.
Did you know that there is a floating ‘island’ of rock in the south pacific ocean? The world is full of awesome rocks and here are some amazing rock facts. Continue reading
Along the great continental divide.
The continental divide passes right through the Rocky Mountains. Here are some important facts about the continental divide in the US. Continue reading
There are four main section of mountains in the Rockies.
The Rocky Mountains run nearly 3,000 miles in western North America. The Rockies can be broken down into four main sections – Canadian, northern, central, and southern. Continue reading
Have you ever heard of or do you know about erosion or weathering? Maybe you do, but did you know most people incorrectly use the term erosion? Continue reading
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Rock identification can be difficult for both those new to it and even for experts. Here are some general tips to help kids and parents identify rocks in the Rocky Mountains. Continue reading
The heart of the Rocky Mountains are the rocks. Do you know the three main types of rocks that can be found throughout the world? Continue reading
A piece of pumice. Photo via Flickr.
The lightest rock in the world, similar to the heaviest rock, is an igneous rock. Do you know what this rock, which is so light it can float on water, is called? Continue reading
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Do you know what is the heaviest rock? I thought I knew the answer, but found to my surprise the answer to that question was not granite. Continue reading