Tag: natural_sciences

Raindrop-Formed 'Sandballs' Significantly Impact Landscape Erosion, Penn Study Finds

24 Jul 2026 2:26 a.m.

University of Pennsylvania geophysicists discovered that 'sandballs,' formed by raindrops on dry, sloped soil, cause significant erosion. This research offers insights into soil loss, agriculture, and engineered systems using liquid-bound granular matter.

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