Hoodoo, Alberta Badlands
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Hoodoo, Alberta Badlands
Hoodoo (centre right). This rock formation, also called an earth pillar, is a pillar of soft, sedimentary rock topped by a flat cap of harder rock. These structures are formed in semi-arid regions of sedimentary rock that experience occasional heavy downpours. The rain weathers away unprotected material leaving behind the column of rock under the hard rock cap. Photographed near Drumheller, in the Alberta Badlands, Canada
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Albert A Arid Blue Sky Canada Canadian Desert Earth Pillar Eroded Erosion Geological Geomorphology Hoo Doo North American Outline Rock Rocks Rocky Sand Stone Sedimentary Rock Water Erosion Weathered Weathering Bad Lands
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This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of Hoodoo, an extraordinary rock formation nestled in the heart of Alberta Badlands, Canada. Standing tall at the center-right of the frame, this geological wonder is known as an earth pillar - a towering column of soft sedimentary rock crowned by a flat cap composed of harder rock. Formed over centuries in semi-arid regions with sporadic heavy downpours, these majestic structures are a testament to nature's artistic prowess. The relentless force of rain gradually erodes away the vulnerable material surrounding the solid core, leaving behind this awe-inspiring monument under its protective hard shell. Photographed near Drumheller, amidst the vast expanse of Alberta Badlands' desert-like landscape, this image captures not only the essence of rocky grandeur but also highlights Mother Nature's intricate workmanship. Against a backdrop painted with vibrant blue skies and bathed in warm sunlight, every outline and texture on these weathered sandstone pillars tells a tale written by time itself. As you gaze upon this photograph from Science Photo Library, let your imagination wander through North America's Canadian wilderness. Feel yourself transported to an arid realm where sedimentary rocks bear witness to countless years shaped by water erosion. Lose yourself in contemplation as you marvel at these badlands' unique geomorphology and ponder their significance within our ever-changing world.
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