10 October 2012
Wo(G)E #357
Posted by Callan
I got Chris Arnott’s latest Where on (Google) Earth this morning, recognizing Obsidian Dome in the Mono Craters chain associated with Long Valley Caldera near Mammoth Lakes, California.
As the winner, I get to post my own location found on Google Earth and then challenge you to (a) find it and (b) tell me what’s going on geologically in the image. The prize? You get to post Where on (Google) Earth #358 on your blog!
No Schott Rule. Without further ado, where on Google Earth is this?
Callan Bentley is an assistant professor of geology at Northern Virginia Community College in Annandale, Virginia. He is particularly interested in structural geology and the evolution of the Appalachian mountain belt. Callan draws cartoons and writes for EARTH magazine. He lives in the Fort Valley of Virginia.
Ron Schott said on 11 October 2012
30.4577 N., 49.2714 E
This is a tidal mudflat located just east of Bandar-e Emam Khomeyni, Iran at the head of the Persian Gulf. The tidal channels branch in a broadly dendritic pattern, however some of the tidal channels appear to have a structurally controlled NW-SE parallel alignment, particularly towards their heads.
Callan said on 11 October 2012
Well done, O Master.
Yes – the structural control you noted is parallel to the trend of the Zagros Mountains to the southeast. A beautiful spot, no?
358 is yours!
Ron Schott said on 11 October 2012
I’m pleased to present WoGE #358 for your enjoyment.