Scientists Collect a Sediment Core (IMAGE) U.S. National Science Foundation Caption Scientists collect a sediment core; the sediment shows intense storms going back 2,000 years. Credit WHOI Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.