Death Valley 2006

Death Valley 2006
In 2006 the New Paltz Geology Western Field Excursion heads to Death Valley National Park over Spring Break. May is an ideal time to visit as summer temperatures typically exceed 110°F (43°C). The Death Valley area makes a compact field study location, with numerous geologic features within driving range.

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$Sigmoidal extension gashes. These fractures rotate as they open, giving rise to the sigmoidal curvature.$

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