The Washburn-Langford-Doane expedition happened upon it in 1870 & named it for the regularity of its activity

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Today’s Final Jeopardy Category is: Natural Landmarks

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The Washburn-Langford-Doane expedition happened upon it in 1870 & named it for the regularity of its activity

Final Jeopardy Answer

The Final Jeopardy Answer is: Old Faithful

Final Jeopardy Explanation

The Washburn-Langford-Doane expedition stumbled upon a geological feature in 1870 in Yellowstone National Park and named it Old Faithful due to the predictability of its eruptions.

Old Faithful is famous for its timely intervals of eruption, generally occurring every 44 to 125 minutes. Its reliable eruptions made it a subject of scientific study as well as a popular tourist attraction. Researchers have closely monitored its activity, which has provided valuable insights into geothermal phenomena. The geyser’s eruptions can shoot boiling water as high as 185 feet into the air, lasting from 1.5 to 5 minutes. The energy released is immense, equivalent to the explosion of thousands of pounds of dynamite.

Old Faithful is one of over 10,000 thermal features in Yellowstone National Park, but its predictability sets it apart. The park itself was established in 1872, two years after the Washburn-Langford-Doane expedition, and was the world’s first national park.

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