 EPOD - a service of USRA

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.


 Granite in Pico das Cabras Park, Brazil

   May 14, 2021


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   Photographer:  Monikeli Wippel
   Summary Author:  Monikeli Wippel

   The  elephant-shaped chunk of  granite shown above is found in
    Pico das Cabras Park, Campinas/São Paulo, Brazil. Belonging to the
   Morungaba Granitic Suite, outcrops such as this are often used by
   visitors here as photographic backdrops. In addition to dramatic rock
   formations, scenic trails and the  Open Museum of Astronomy are also
   located within Pico das Cabras Park. Photo taken on September 7, 2020.

   Campinas/São Paulo, Brazil Coordinates: -22.9329, -47.0738


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