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This collection discusses the geology of different national parks. Soil, stones, and rocks are emphasized.
A somewhat technical overview of the multiple rock types that make up Mount Moran. The narrator discusses the unique geology at length while offering theories as to how the mountain was formed.
Yosemite National Park: Since the glaciers retreated around 15,000 years ago, rock fall has been the major force of change in Yosemite Valley. Geologists work to understand this force of nature in order to protect the millions of visitors who come here each year.
Badlands National Park: simple explanation made for children is provided on how the badlands formed. A park ranger uses colors to emphasize the concepts in her explanation.
Badlands National Park: An explanation of how the Badlands of South Dakota has formed over millions of years is provided with emphasis placed on the processes of deposition and erosion. Pierre Shale, Chadron, Brule, and Sharps formations are discussed.
