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Explore the geological foundations of Seattle through an 18-minute educational video examining the Blakely Formation at Alki Point. Learn about the bedrock structures that underlie one of the Pacific Northwest's major cities, with detailed analysis of rock formations and geological processes that shaped the region. Discover how ancient geological events created the solid foundation beneath Seattle's urban landscape, with specific focus on the accessible outcrop at Alki Point where visitors can observe these formations firsthand. Gain insights into the geological history, rock types, and formation processes that characterize Seattle's bedrock through field-based observations and expert geological interpretation.
Syllabus
Seattle Bedrock
Taught by
Nick Zentner