Before the explosion: Walking Tour of Biscuit Basin Geyser, Yellowstone 2023
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- Опубліковано 7 вер 2024
- The Biscuit Basin is an intriguing geyser basin located in Yellowstone National Park, known for its unique features and interesting geological formations. Here are some fascinating facts about the Biscuit Geyser Basin:
Formation: The Biscuit Basin was formed as a result of volcanic activity in the region. It sits atop the caldera of the Yellowstone supervolcano, which is known for its geothermal features.
Colorful Hot Springs: The basin is home to a variety of hot springs, which exhibit vibrant colors due to the presence of different thermophilic (heat-loving) bacteria and archaea. These microorganisms thrive in the extreme conditions created by the hot water and produce vivid colors like orange, green, and yellow.
Sapphire Pool: One of the most striking features of the Biscuit Basin is the Sapphire Pool. It is a deep blue hot spring known for its crystal-clear water, which allows you to see the vent and deposits at the bottom.
Shell Geyser: Another notable geyser in the Biscuit Basin is the Shell Geyser. It is named after its unique shell-like shape, which resembles a miniature volcano. Shell Geyser erupts infrequently but can reach heights of up to 30 feet.
Historic Name: The basin was originally named "Biscuit Basin" by the 1871 Hayden Expedition, led by geologist Ferdinand Vandeveer Hayden. The name was inspired by biscuit-like deposits around some of the hot springs, caused by minerals precipitating out of the water.
Thermal Features: In addition to hot springs and geysers, the Biscuit Basin also contains other thermal features like fumaroles and mud pots. Fumaroles are steam vents that release gases, while mud pots are acidic hot springs that churn and bubble due to the interaction of hot water and clay-rich sediments.
Accessibility: The Biscuit Basin is easily accessible by a short boardwalk trail, making it a popular destination for visitors. It provides an opportunity to observe the geothermal wonders up close while ensuring visitor safety.
Changing Nature: Like other geothermal areas in Yellowstone, the Biscuit Basin is constantly changing. The activity of geysers and hot springs can vary over time, with some becoming more or less active or even dormant. It's an ever-evolving landscape shaped by the forces of nature.
Visiting the Biscuit Basin in Yellowstone National Park offers a chance to witness the beauty and power of geothermal features, providing a glimpse into the Earth's fascinating geological processes.
Buscuit basin just exploded
Read it AGAIN slowly!!😂😂😂🙏🙏👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧
Does anyone else have videos to share about the explosion from different view points? Would love to see them.
@@melodieheisler368 i will post the video later (the view from different angles)
CLASS, CLASS CLASS.....
FYI: everyone says “Biscuit Basin” but which one? There was 10 pool around the basin. I was there a day before the explosion. the name of the pool that exploded was “Black Diamond Pool” and it’s the very first pool on the right side after the bridge entrance nearby parking lot. Thank me later!
They have not said Black Diamond Pool exploded, only that the explosion was near Black Diamond Pool. It could have been Black Opal Pool, or it could have broken through the thin crust in the area. I’m sure we’ll find out more when geologists finish investigating.
@@becksterk23 I am very curious about this explosion. According to other sources I've seen, the water in those pools is boiling hot. Like 200 degrees Fahrenheit. How did people escape injury when a huge explosion of boiling water went off right next to them?!
@@denverdubois5835 well not all are actually ‘’hot water’’ but a few of pools are.. base on my experience, there was accidentally splashed water that goes to my face from the boiling water and I was surprised it’s cold.
@1:21 the big pool to the right
There's another video of the aftermath and you can see that bench knocked over and the railing destroyed
Alternative title. "Walking across the caldera of the North American supervolcano."🧔🤔👍🏻😎👍🏻
Here lets give this geyser a cool name……
There won't be lava at Yellowstone....ever. THIS is and has always been the real danger here. They'll rebuild the walkway further back and it'll be open again. And you wanted to get closer 😏
Welpp....as you can see around you these explosions are pretty common. Expect them to close this off indefinitely.
It’s goin to be a bigger biscuit when it cleasr😂😂🙏🙏👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧
Biscuit basin…….. so that’s what the kids are calling it these days!
Biscuit basin before it had diarrhea!
Doesn't look like that now!