PlanetGeo: The Geology Podcast
PlanetGeo: The Geology Podcast
Chris and Jesse
The White Cliffs of Dover - Nature's Chalkboard
49 minutes Posted Jul 24, 2025 at 10:00 am.
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Welcome to another thrilling episode of PlanetGeo! In this episode, we dive deep into the jaw-dropping geology of the White Cliffs of Dover. We explore the formation and significance of chalk, a rock star in the geologic world. Learn about its formation during the late Cretaceous period, its economic uses, and its pivotal role as an aquifer system in Europe. From the fascinating microscopic coccolithophores to the sweeping landscape of the English coastline, this episode is sure to keep...