Modelling the causeway

Two novel models explain the formation of hexagonal stone columns, such as those at Ireland's Giant's Causeway. These models clarify how stone fractures into distinct geometric patterns, offering insights into volcanic rock structures worldwide. The research combines theoretical modeling with empirical observations to bridge gaps in understanding the physical processes behind these natural phenomena.

(Ed.). (2015). Modelling the causeway. Physics World, 28(12), 4. https://doi.org/10.1088/2058-7058/28/12/6