The Ringing Rocks of Pennsylvania

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The Ringing Rocks Park in Upper Black Eddy, Pennsylvania, features a unique collection of boulders that produce melodious tones when struck, captivating researchers and visitors alike. This phenomenon is not entirely new, as the musical properties of certain stones have been utilized since ancient times, such as the Egyptians using basalt for musical instruments. However, the specific characteristics of the rocks at this site contribute to its ongoing mystery and intrigue. The combination of these factors makes Ringing Rocks Park a notable location for both scientific inquiry and recreational exploration.

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  • Understanding of geological formations and their properties
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  • Knowledge of historical uses of stone in music
  • Basic research skills for exploring geological anomalies
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In Upper Black Eddy, Pennsylvania lies a field of boulders that just won't keep quiet. Known as Ringing Rocks Park, this jumble of enigmatic stones has perplexed researches for decades because of the melodious tones the rocks produce when struck with a hammer or any solid instrument.

Rocks that ring while fun and intriguing are not by themselves that anomalous. The musical qualities of certain types of stone have been recognized for thousands of years. For instance, the Egyptians used large slabs of basalt to produce a sort of giant xylophone.1 However, this particular field exhibits a number of unusual qualities that when taken together add up to a first class mystery. [continued]

http://www.unexplainedearth.com/ringing.php

Well, I don't about about any mystery but an interesting site nonetheless.
 
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I wish there was an aerial photo of the area. Very interesting.