Calcium carbonate curtain formation C018 / 8577

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Calcium carbonate curtain formation C018 / 8577

Calcium carbonate curtain formation. This formation of calcium carbonate has been deposited as calcium minerals from a hot spring precipitate out of solution. This formation is part of the Hierve el Agua site in Oaxaca state, Mexico. This site includes waterfall-like rock formations or curtains that rise many metres from the valley below

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Calcium Carbonate Deposit Deposited Deposits Earth Science Formation Geological Geothermal Hot Spring Mexican Mexico Mineral Mineralogy North American Rock Stalactite Stalactites Hierve El Agua Limestone Formation Oaxaca Precipitated

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of a calcium carbonate curtain formation, known as C018/8577. Located in the Hierve el Agua site in Oaxaca state, Mexico, this geological wonder is a result of calcium minerals precipitating out of solution from a hot spring. The photograph captures the intricate details of this stunning rock formation that resembles waterfall-like curtains rising majestically from the valley below. The white limestone deposits create an ethereal and otherworldly landscape that leaves viewers in awe. The supersaturated conditions found within the hot spring contribute to the deposition process, allowing for these unique formations to take shape over time. Stalactites gracefully hang from above, adding another layer of complexity to this geological masterpiece. As we delve into Earth science and mineralogy through this image, it reminds us of nature's ability to create breathtaking wonders. This particular calcium carbonate curtain formation serves as a testament to the power and artistry inherent in geothermal processes. Photographed by Daniel Sambraus for Science Photo Library, this print offers an opportunity to appreciate both the scientific significance and sheer beauty found within our natural world. It transports us momentarily to Hierve el Agua in Mexico—a place where geology meets artistry—and invites us to marvel at its splendor without any commercial intent or purpose.

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