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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
community is invited to contribute digital imagery, short captions and
relevant links.


 Mount Forato’s Natural Arch at Sunset

   January 21, 2021

    Mount Forato’s Natural Arch at Sunset

   Photographer:  Fabio Di Stefano
   Summary Authors  Fabio Di Stefano;  Stu Witmer

   Seen above,  the Sun sets directly behind the  natural arch of
   Mount Forato in the  Alpi Apuani UNESCO Global Geopark of Tuscany
   (Italy). The arch is one of the largest in Italy and is known locally
   as the Pania forata (perforated hill). It was probably formed by the
    wind and water erosion of the  carbonate rock. The  Apuan
   Alps originated in the  Paleozoic Era (about 500 million years ago)
   and are known for their combination of  marble mountains and
    karst caves. Sometimes it's possible to see  planets or  the
   Moon through the arch. Photo taken November 10, 2020.

   Photo Details: Camera: Canon EOS M6; Software: Adobe Photoshop
   Lightroom Classic 9.4 (Windows); Exposure Time: 0.0031s (1/320);
   Aperture: ƒ/7.1; ISO equivalent: 800; Focal Length: 200.0mm; Lens:
   EF70-200mm f/4L USM
     * Mount Forato, Italy Coordinates:  44.01506, 10.3354

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