South Africa lifts: Dürre brings surprising natural phenomenon to light
South Africa lifts: Dürre brings surprising natural phenomenon to light
South Africa rises every year - researchers make important discovery
South Africa experiences a remarkable geophysical phenomenon: the country rises by several millimeters every year. This raising was found with the help of inpatient GPS recipients that are installed nationwide. According to researchers from the Institute for Geodesy and Geoinformation from the University of Bonn, the data show that an increase of about six millimeters was recorded between 2012 and 2020.
It was originally assumed that geological processes, such as the Quathlamba coat plum, bring the hot material from the deep layers of earth to the surface. However, there are signs that the loss of ground and surface water also plays an important role. The studies indicate that the earth's crust reacts like a spring mechanism - the pressure drops through water, the earth's crust rises accordingly.Influence of water loss on land survey
The research team also analyzed precipitation patterns in the region and found that the levy was more pronounced after times of drought. Data from the "Grace" satellite mission, which measures earth gravity, support this findings by illustrating the relationship between water loss and land survey. A decline in water reserves correlated significantly with an increase in the earth's crust.
relevance of the results in the context of climate change
The results of this study are important not only for geophysics, but also with regard to climate change. Since droughts occur more frequently in many regions of the world, the technology of GPS monitoring could provide decisive insights into the effects of water shortages. This information is essential to develop strategies that prevent the consequences of dryness and better adapt.
Overall, research shows that GPS technology can not only be used to monitor geological movements, but also for the analysis of hydrological changes. Such findings are crucial for future environmental strategies and help to understand the complex interactions between water resources and land survey.
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