Tuesday, June 3, 2008

BBQ@Singing Dunes (30 May 2008)

This was the 1st activity organised by Malaysian Association of Qatar (MAQ) under the new exco..
Facts that we should know about the Singing Dunes :

1. Singing Sand Dunes in Qatar is one of approximately 30 sites in the world where sound is produced from sand dunes naturally. Yes, there are only around 30 sites in the world only that can produce such sound.

2. The Singing Dunes must shape in a semi circle, forming a natural desert amphitheatre to be able to produce the sound.

3. Noise from singing sand dunes, which have been reported in the Middle East for OVER 1500 years, have been described as "roaring, booming, squeaking, singing or musical".

4. For singing to take place, the sand must be extremely dry – even the presence of 0.1% moisture will reduce the effectiveness of the singing. There is still some controversy over how exactly the sand dunes produce the sound (see The troubled song of the sand dunes). However, it is certain that for the sound to be heard the sand needs to be put into motion. When the singing is heard, the sounds' vibrations can sometimes be felt reverberating through your body.

5. The location of Singing Dunes in Qatar is accessible with any saloon car.
Yes, there is no requirement to have 4WD to enjoy the mystery of the Singing Dunes.

You can surf also surf Singing to the tune of sand, Physicist solves desert mystery & Sand-dune science creeps ahead to learn more.

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