Astronaut takes pics of 214-million-year old geological structure on Earth from ISS

The images of the 214-million-year old geological structure on Earth, captured from the ISS, were posted on Instagram by astronaut Kayla Barron.

Published on: Mar 16, 2022, 12:02:47 IST

By Trisha Sengupta

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There is something incredible about the images that are captured from outer space and shows different places on Earth. Just like these pictures that astronaut Kayla Barron posted on her personal Instagram page. She is presently aboard the International Space Station (ISS) and often shares various images that leave people mesmerised. In her latest post, she shared photographs of a 214-million-year old geological structure on Earth.

The image, taken from the Instagram post shared by an astronaut aboard the ISS, shows the 214-million-year old geological structure on Earth. (Instagram/@astro_kayla)

“The Manicouagan Reservoir and René-Levasseur Island always catch my eye during passes over Quebec, Canada. This striking geological structure was formed 214 million years ago by a meteorite that scientists estimate was about 5 km in diameter and struck the earth at a whopping 17 km/s, making it the fifth most powerful known impact in our planet’s history,” she wrote while posting the photographs.

Take a look at the post:

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A post shared by Kayla Barron (@astro_kayla)

Since being shared a few days ago, the post has received nearly 3,000 likes and the numbers are only increasing. The post has also prompted people to share various comments. Many also showcased their reactions using clapping or heart emoticons.

“That second photo. Wow,” wrote an Instagram user. “How beautiful is that, thanks a lot for those pictures,” commented another. “Awesome photos,” expressed a third.

What are your thoughts on the images shared by the astronaut?

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Trisha Sengupta
Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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