• idiomaddict@lemmy.world
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      4 months ago

      Is there a master list of super well researched videos that debunk looming stressors? I think I just found my favorite YouTube genre

      • ✺roguetrick✺@lemmy.world
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        Unfortunately with climate change we actually got a real one instead of those old stories about asteroids coming due sold at your scholastic book fair back in the day.

    • Scolding7300@lemmy.world
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      Ai summary:

      • Yellowstone’s Stability: Contrary to popular belief, Yellowstone is not a ticking time bomb for civilization-ending eruptions; significant volcanic activity is unlikely in the near future.
      • Monitoring Technology: Yellowstone is one of the most closely monitored volcanoes globally, with advanced technologies in place to detect signs of potential eruptions, providing ample warning if necessary.
      • Uplift and Subsidence: The patterns of uplift and subsidence in Yellowstone are normal and not indicative of imminent eruptions, as they are consistent with historical geological activity.
      • Magma Reservoirs: Yellowstone contains two distinct magma reservoirs, but current data indicates that they are not sufficiently molten to trigger a large eruption.
      • Earthquake Activity: While Yellowstone experiences numerous earthquakes, most are small and not caused by magma buildup; they are more often related to the movement of water through the crust.
      • Misuse of Terminology: The term “supervolcano” is not scientifically rigorous and can be misleading; Yellowstone’s eruptions can vary widely in style and intensity.
      • Historical Eruptions: Although Yellowstone has had significant eruptions in the past, it is not overdue for another supereruption; volcanic systems do not operate on predictable schedules.
      • Potential Decline in Activity: Evidence suggests that Yellowstone’s volcanic activity may be winding down, possibly leading to a decrease in major eruptions in the future.
      • Impact of Eruptions: Historical eruptions larger than Yellowstone’s did not lead to the end of civilization, and the ashfall from a potential eruption would not necessarily be catastrophic on a global scale.
      • Climate Effects: A supereruption would likely cause temporary global cooling and alter climate patterns, but humanity has survived past volcanic events without catastrophic consequences.
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      4 months ago

      I got to the debunk bed pun and had to thumb it up. Realized I’d already thumbed it up at some point in the past and laughed even harder. 🤣

    • Fredselfish@lemmy.world
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      Maybe that guy full of shit. Didn’t watch whole video but taking the word from some YouTube video. There literally was a explosion that took out a parking lot like a couple weeks ago. Also from someone who actually been to Yellowstone 3 times I can tell they clearly state that near old faithful is literally a fucking volcano.

      Will it explode anytime now who knows but to say it never will is bullshit. Ever hear the phrase never say never?

      • idiomaddict@lemmy.world
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        He might be, but he’s got a master’s degree in vulcanology and he includes a list of research topics so you can check (though they’re not layman friendly)

  • BeigeAgenda@lemmy.ca
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    Regarding Yellowstone eruption I can recommend the sci-fi Outland by Dennis E. Taylor.