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[3 of 6] Photo by @krystlejwright // Moab, Utah’s otherworldly landscape has become a world-renowned hub for BASE jumping thanks to its unique desert terrain. Surprisingly, mathematics is a key element of BASE jumping. Before athletes leap from the edge, they must calculate the height at which their chute should be deployed in order to land safely. Other factors include wind speed, wind direction, and the level of heat rising from the ground on a warm day. @Microsoft - Empowering girls to change the world, stay in STEM, and be the ones to #MakeWhatsNext. Microsoft welcomes girls for a free, workshop with @natgeo personalities at select Microsoft Stores on 3/18. Visit makewhatsnext.com for details. #IWD2017 #sponsored