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Diamonds reveal hidden chemistry deep inside Earth

September 23, 2025 0 Comments Caving, Climate, Geochemistry, Geography, Geology, Global Warming, Mining, Weather

South African diamonds have revealed nickel-rich metallic inclusions, offering the first direct evidence of reactions predicted to occur deep in Earth’s mantle. The study shows how oxidized melts infiltrated reduced rocks, trapping both the cause and effect of diamond formation. These reactions help explain volatile-rich magmas like kimberlites, linking mantle chemistry to volcanic processes. Diamonds emerge as tiny record-keepers of Earth’s deep, dynamic engine.

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Why Alaska’s salmon streams are suddenly bleeding orange

September 22, 2025 0 Comments Earthquakes, Ecology, Ecosystems, Environmental Issues, Environmental Science, Forest, Global Warming, Mining

Warming Arctic permafrost is unlocking toxic metals, turning Alaska’s once-clear rivers into orange, acid-laced streams. The shift, eerily similar to mine pollution but entirely natural, threatens fish, ecosystems, and communities that depend on them—with no way to stop the process once it starts.

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America is throwing away the minerals that could power its future

September 22, 2025 0 Comments Batteries, Consumer Electronics, Energy and Resources, Energy and the Environment, Energy Issues, Environmental Science, Mining, Security and Defense, surveillance

America already mines all the critical minerals it needs for energy, defense, and technology, but most are being wasted as mine tailings. Researchers discovered that minerals like cobalt, germanium, and rare earths are discarded in massive amounts, even though recovering just a fraction could eliminate U.S. dependence on imports.

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Lead isotopes a new tool for tracking coal ash

October 22, 2019 0 Comments Acid Rain, Diseases and Conditions, Energy and Resources, Energy and the Environment, Forensics, Fossil Fuels, Mining, Petroleum, Workplace Health

Scientists have developed a forensic tracer that uses lead isotopes to detect and measure coal fly ash in dust, soil and sediments. Tests show the new tracer can distinguish between the isotopic signature of lead derived from coal ash and lead that comes from other major human or natural sources. Exposure to fly ash from dust, soil or sediments has been linked to numerous diseases and health concerns.

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Lead pollution from Native Americans attributed to crushing galena for glitter paint

October 21, 2019 0 Comments Ancient Civilizations, Archaeology, Early Climate, Environmental Awareness, Environmental Issues, Lost Treasures, Mining, Pollution

A new study of Native American use of galena increases understanding of how they were using the land and its resources.

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Gimme six! Researchers discover aye-aye's extra finger

October 21, 2019 0 Comments Apes, Biodiversity, Biology, Endangered Animals, Geology, Mining, New Species, Tundra

The world's weirdest little primate has gotten even weirder, thanks to the discovery of a tiny extra digit. Aye-ayes possess small 'pseudothumbs' — complete with their own fingerprints — that may help them grip objects and branches as they move through trees. This is the first accessory digit ever found in a primate.

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Study finds topsoil is key harbinger of lead exposure risks for children

October 14, 2019 0 Comments ADD and ADHD, Anemia, Child Development, Child Psychology, Children's Health, Hurricanes and Cyclones, Infant's Health, Mining, Pollution, Poverty and Learning, Public Health, Urbanization

Tracking lead levels in soil over time is critical for cities to determine lead contamination risks for their youngest and most vulnerable residents, according to a new study.

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What You Need to Know About GPU Crypto Mining

October 9, 2019 0 Comments cryptocurrency, Mining

Credit to Author: Philip Salter| Date: Tue, 03 Sep 2019 16:39:40 +0000

What if you could use everyday computer hardware to make money while you slept? Wouldn’t you start right away? I caught the cryptocurrency bug shortly after the launch of Bitcoin and became very passionate about mining after that. My interest grew to the point that it became a career, and these days I’m head of […]

What You Need to Know About GPU Crypto Mining was originally found on Cryptocurrency News | Tech, Privacy, Bitcoin & Blockchain | Blokt.

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There Are Some Big Misconceptions About GPU Crypto Mining, Says Leading Market Player

October 9, 2019 0 Comments cryptocurrency, featured, Mining, news

Credit to Author: Marco Streng| Date: Thu, 22 Aug 2019 13:34:19 +0000

GPU mining of cryptocurrencies remains popular, particularly among small-scale or at-home miners, but when it comes to large-scale operations, miners tend to favor purpose-built ASIC mining chips. There has also been some contention in the crypto community in regards to GPU mining vs ASIC mining, with issues relating to decentralization, usefulness, and security. However, a […]

There Are Some Big Misconceptions About GPU Crypto Mining, Says Leading Market Player was originally found on Cryptocurrency News | Tech, Privacy, Bitcoin & Blockchain | Blokt.

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The benefits of updating agricultural drainage infrastructure

October 7, 2019 0 Comments Energy and Resources, Energy Policy, Environmental Issues, Environmental Policy, Mining, Nature of Water, Petroleum, Sustainability

The massive underground infrastructure that allows farmers to cultivate crops on much of the world's most productive land has outlived its design life and should be updated, according to a new study. Installing higher-capacity pipes and conservation practices would yield a wide range of production and environmental benefits.

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