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Levent Valley

Levent Valley

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December 4, 2025

Levent Valley is located in the Levent neighborhood within the Akçadağ district of Malatya Province in Türkiye’s Eastern Anatolia Region. It is situated approximately 45 kilometers from the city center of Malatya.Geological StructureThe valley features geological formations dated to approximately 65 million years ago. The area consists of a natural landscape characterized by rock formations caves and steep slopes. Levent Valley has a length of approximately 28 kilometers.Infrastructure and Facil

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Zelal Çakar

Zelal Çakar

Çal Cave

Çal Cave

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December 3, 2025

The Çal Cave, located in the Düzköy district of Trabzon Province, is one of the karstic underground cavities of Black Sea Region. Its geological structure, internal water systems, and seasonal visitor density give it regional significance.Location and Elevation CharacteristicsThe cave is situated in Çal Village, part of the Düzköy district of Trabzon's, at an elevation of approximately 1,050 metres above sea level. It is about 50 kilometres from the city centre of Trabzon. Access is provided via

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Zeynep Şule Bingöl

Zeynep Şule Bingöl

Mariana Trench

Mariana Trench

(648 words)
May 26, 2025

The Mariana Trench is the deepest known oceanic point on Earth. It is located in the western Pacific Ocean, to the east of the Mariana Islands. With a depth of approximately 10,994 meters (Challenger Deep), it is recorded as the lowest point on the ocean floor. The trench is about 2,550 kilometers long and has an average width of 69 kilometers.Geological Structure and Formation ProcessThe Mariana Trench is the result of a subduction zone formed within the framework of oceanic tectonics, where th

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Sümeyye Akkanat Terzioğlu

Sümeyye Akkanat Terzioğlu

Enceladus

Enceladus

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January 28, 2026

Enceladus is one of Saturn’s natural satellites. Observations and analyses have suggested that this celestial body's icy surface may conceal an internal structure containing liquid water. Water vapor and ice particles ejected from the south polar region have revealed that Enceladus is a geologically active satellite, making it a focal point of scientific research.Physical and Orbital CharacteristicsEnceladus is among Saturn’s medium-sized moons. Its surface is largely covered by ice and exhibits

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Hediye Kocadeniz

Hediye Kocadeniz

Pink Rocks

Pink Rocks

(313 words)
December 8, 2025

Pembe Kayalar are located within the boundaries of the Kefken village, in the Kandıra district of Kocaeli province, in Türkiye’s Marmara Region. This natural formation lies on the Black Sea coast approximately one kilometre from the Kefken shoreline. Access to the area is typically provided via the routes from Kaynarca, Kumcağız, Kerpe and Kefken.Pembe Kayalar.(Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Türkiye)" image-alternate="" image-element-format="right">Geological FeaturesPembe Kayalar derive

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Bilge Öztürk

Bilge Öztürk

Kısık Canyon

Kısık Canyon

(278 words)
December 4, 2025

Kısık Canyon is a natural canyon located within the boundaries of the Bekilli district in Denizli Province, Türkiye. The region holds significance due to its geological structure, biological diversity, and tourism potential.Geographical FeaturesThe canyon is situated in the western sections of the Taurus Mountains, near Kısık Village under the administration of Bekilli. Geologically, the canyon is dominated by limestone and calcareous formations and is among the most significant canyons in the r

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Zeynep Şule Bingöl

Zeynep Şule Bingöl

Homa GümüşSu Waterfall

Homa GümüşSu Waterfall

(593 words)
December 3, 2025

Gümüşsu Homa Waterfall is a natural water formation located within the boundaries of Çivril district, Denizli province. The region’s geological structure and climatic conditions have influenced the formation of the waterfall, and diverse vegetation cover and biological diversity are observed in its surroundings. Historically, archaeological findings support the evidence that the area has been inhabited for a long time. The area surrounding the waterfall offers an environment where natural and cu

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Fatma Köroğlu

Fatma Köroğlu

What is the cause of the dark regions on the Moon?

What is the cause of the dark regions on the Moon?

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November 29, 2025

The Moon, when observed with the naked eye, is a celestial body with distinct color variations on its surface. These differences have been interpreted in various ways throughout history. In particular, the dark gray regions were once thought to be seas, while the lighter gray areas were believed to be continents. However, modern observations have revealed that this perception does not reflect the actual surface topography and geological structure.The reason some regions on the Moon appear darker

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Mehmet Bağcı

Mehmet Bağcı

Kruber Cave

Kruber Cave

(573 words)
December 1, 2025

Krubera Cave is a subterranean formation known as the second deepest natural cave in the world and a significant contributor to speleological literature. It is located within the Arabika Massif in the Abkhazia region of northwestern Georgia. With a surveyed depth of 2,199 meters (±20 m), it held the title of “the deepest cave in the world” for many years. Its alternative name, Voronya Cave, means “crow cave” in Russian.Geographical Location and Geological StructureKrubera Cave is situated in the

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Mucip Aslan

Mucip Aslan

Tarsus WaterfallTa

Tarsus Waterfall

(473 words)
December 8, 2025

Tarsus Waterfall is a natural water formation located in the Tarsus district of Mersin Province, Türkiye. Situated approximately five kilometers from the center of Tarsus city in the Mediterranean Region, the waterfall lies on a tributary of the Berdan River. Due to the region’s typical Mediterranean climate, its surroundings are covered year-round by a diverse vegetation cover. With a height of approximately 15 meters, the waterfall, together with its natural environment, is also used as a recr

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Zeynep Şule Bingöl

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