A wide-angle landscape of the Serranía de Hornocal in Argentina, showcasing a massive, jagged mountain range with distinct triangular "v-shaped" rock formations. The sedimentary layers are dramatically folded and exposed, displaying a vibrant palette of ochre, deep red, purple, and cream-colored minerals. The sharp, rhythmic ridges contrast against a clear, bright blue sky.
A high-angle view of a large-scale open-pit mine carved into a desert mountain side. The image shows multiple horizontal stepped terraces (benches) descending into the pit. Massive yellow industrial haul trucks and excavation equipment are visible on different levels, appearing small against the vast, dusty brown and grey rock faces. The scene illustrates the industrial scale of resource extraction and its significant physical impact on the landscape.
1/2🧪⚒️Artificial Geologist via #MachineLearning
The easy, near-surface mineral deposits are gone. What’s left is buried or in remote regions. Drilling holes cost > $100,000 per hole, don't want to miss!
This ep, joined by #data🧑🔬Frederick Jackson to discuss gold #prospectivity via machine learning.
