Dr . Abbas Haddadin

Researcher and Expert in Earth Sciences and Geography and has many publications.

The Moon as a Shield Protecting the Earth

The Moon is not only a bright body lighting the night sky, but it may also play an important protective role for the Earth. Its gravitational force is one of the major factors influencing the movement of many objects in near-Earth space.

Fossil Jellyfish in the Libyan Desert

By: Dr. Abbas Haddadin -In recent years, many strange circular and radial rock formations have been discovered in the Libyan Desert. Some people have interpreted these structures as mysterious geological features or even tracks of vehicles. However, a closer scientific examination suggests a different explanation.

Plant Twig Preserved in Gypsum – Al-Mujib Area

A plant twig was discovered preserved within gypsum rocks in the Al-Mujib area, dating back to the Middle Cretaceous period (~100 million years).

A Flower Preserved in Jordanian Amber – 140 Million Years Old

This rare specimen documents a flower preserved in Jordanian amber dating back approximately 140 million years to the Early Cretaceous period.

Early Cretaceous Beetle (“Abu Ja‘ran”) Preserved in Jordanian Amber

A rare fossil of a beetle known locally as “Abu Ja‘ran” (order Coleoptera) has been discovered in Jordanian amber dated to approximately 140 million years ago (Early Cretaceous).

A Flower Preserved in Jordanian Amber with Pollen Grains

A flower preserved in Jordanian amber dated to approximately 140 million years (Early Cretaceous) bears visible pollen grains, providing direct evidence for the early presence and reproductive activity of angiosperms, the exceptional preservation of both the flower and pollen within amber indicates that pollination processes were already established at this early stage, most likely involving insects, which are abundantly documented in Jordanian amber.

A Primitive Plant Preserved in Jordanian Amber

The picture shows plant remains preserved within Jordanian amber, dating back approximately 140 million years to the Early Cretaceous period. Scientists describe this specimen as a primitive plant, representing early stages of plant evolution.

Pyrite Occurrence in Jordanian Amber

Jordanian amber, dating back approximately 140 million years to the Early Cretaceous period, represents a unique geological and paleontological archive.

A Flower Preserved in Jordanian Amber

Evidence of Ancient Floral Diversity 140 Million Years Ago,

Jordanian Amber as Incense in Ancient Temples

Geological and historical evidence indicates that Jordanian amber was not merely fossilized resin preserving microscopic life from the Cretaceous period, but also a material of ritual and religious significance, widely used as incense in temples and sacred places throughout history.