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The Earth Science Picture of the Day (EPOD) highlights the diverse processes and phenomena which shape our planet and our lives. EPOD will collect and archive photos, imagery, graphics, and artwork with short explanatory
captions and links exemplifying features within the Earth system. The
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Glacial Striations and Newfie

February 11, 2022



Betty on Quaker Ridge glacial striations 2

Photographer: John Stetson

Summary Author: John Stetson

Featured above is a view from the top of Quaker Ridge in Casco,
Maine. Striations can clearly be seen on this metamorphic rock
outcrop. When glaciers retreated here, approximately 12,000 years
ago, these linear marks were left behind. A shallow covering of snow
had melted off of the rock's surface on this early winter's day,
allowing the striations to be examined in some detail. My dog, Betty, a
Newfoundland or "newfie" provides scale to the outcrop. Photo taken
on December 15, 2121.
* Casco, Maine Coordinates: 43.9692, -70.5212

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