Fissures Collection

Llimestone pavement above Malham Cove has been deeply eroded by acid rain leaving clints (lumps of limestone)
MAB-197 Limestone pavement above Malham Cove Yorkshire Dales, UK Limestone pavement above Malham Cove has been deeply eroded by acid rain leaving clints (lumps of limestone)

Limestone pavement above Malham Cove has been deeply eroded by acid rain leaving clints (lumps of limestone)
MAB-196 Limestone pavement above Malham Cove Yorkshire Dales, UK Limestone pavement above Malham Cove has been deeply eroded by acid rain leaving clints (lumps of limestone)

Europe, England, North Yorkshire, Ingleton, Twistleton Scars

Phenomena of nature (engraving)
1090873 Phenomena of nature (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Phenomena of nature)

Lieutenant Gardes expedition across Greenland (engraving)
1064292 Lieutenant Gardes expedition across Greenland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lieutenant Gardes expedition across Greenland)

Burren, Fissures, Co Clare Ireland

Human brain, artwork F006 / 6313
Human brain, computer artwork. The front of the brain is at bottom

Pancreas lobes, SEM C015 / 9496
Pancreas lobes, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Several lobes of the pancreas are seen here, separated by fissures. The smaller sections seen on each lobe are clusters of acini cells

Pancreas lobes, SEM C015 / 9498
Pancreas lobes, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Several lobes of the pancreas are seen here, separated by fissures. The smaller sections seen on each lobe are clusters of acini cells

Pancreas lobes, SEM C015 / 9500
Pancreas lobes, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Several lobes of the pancreas are seen here, separated by fissures. The smaller sections seen on each lobe are clusters of acini cells

Pancreas lobes, SEM C015 / 9495
Pancreas lobes, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Several lobes of the pancreas are seen here, separated by fissures. The smaller sections seen on each lobe are clusters of acini cells

Pancreas lobes, SEM C015 / 9497
Pancreas lobes, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Several lobes of the pancreas are seen here, separated by fissures. The smaller sections seen on each lobe are clusters of acini cells

Pancreas lobes, SEM C015 / 9499
Pancreas lobes, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Several lobes of the pancreas are seen here, separated by fissures. The smaller sections seen on each lobe are clusters of acini cells

Limestone pavement C016 / 5824
Limestone pavement. This limestone rock has been shaped by natural chemical erosion. Carbon dioxide in the air dissolves in rainwater to form carbonic acid

Wilson#s Arch, Utah. This formation is known as Entrada Sandstone. Over time superficial cracks, joints, and folds of these layers were saturated with water

View of hexagonal crystallization fissures on salt pan, largest salt pan in world, Salar de Uyuni, Altiplano, Andes, Bolivia

Weathered granite and erratic boulders. Photographed in Yosemite National Park, California, USA

Cerberus Fossae, Mars, satellite image

Truck on frozen Lake Baikal
Motor vehicle tracks on ice-bound Lake Baikal in winter

Black poplar trunk (Populus nigra). The deep fissures and bosses (swellings) seen here are characteristic of mature black poplar trees. This tree is found by riversides and in floodplains

USA / Pictured Rocks
A small boat enters a cavern in the Pictured Rocks on the edge of Lake Superior

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"Fissures: Nature's Artwork Carved by Acid Rain" The limestone pavement above Malham Cove in North Yorkshire, England, bears witness to the powerful forces of erosion. The relentless onslaught of acid rain has deeply eroded the surface, creating a mesmerizing landscape of clints (lumps of limestone) and grykes (the gaps in between). These intricate they have become more than just geological formations; they have transformed into thriving habitats for numerous rare and unusual plants. Within the grykes, an enchanting world unfolds. Hart's tongue ferns find solace amidst this rugged terrain, their vibrant green fronds adding a touch of elegance to the otherwise barren surroundings. These resilient plants have adapted to thrive in these unique crevices, finding shelter from harsh winds and extreme temperatures. But they can not limited to this picturesque corner of England. Across Europe, from Greenland's icy expanses to Greece's earthquake-prone lands, nature showcases its artistic prowess through these captivating cracks. They serve as a reminder that even within seemingly inhospitable environments, life finds a way. In Ireland's Burren region lies another testament to the beauty found within fissures. Here, jagged openings reveal hidden treasures beneath the surface - delicate flora that flourishes against all odds, and is as if Mother Nature herself has meticulously painted her masterpiece on this rocky canvas. Yet not all fissures belong solely to nature; some can be found within ourselves. Just like the twists and turns etched across our brains or pancreas lobes seen under an electron microscope - these internal rifts shape who we are as individuals. Fissures symbolize resilience and adaptation in both natural landscapes and human anatomy alike. They remind us that even when faced with adversity or challenges that threaten our existence, there is always potential for growth and transformation. So let us marvel at these remarkable phenomena - whether carved by acid rain or etched within our very being.