The discovery of salt giants in the Dead Sea—formed from a perfect mixture of conditions in the terminal lake—presents a prime opportunity to study how these geological formations coalesce.

In a striking display of geological activity, researchers have observed what they call “salt snow” deep within the Dead Sea—a phenomenon that sheds light on one of Earth’s rarest natural processes.

Gov. Spencer Cox recently announced a goal to get the Great Salt Lake to a healthy level by 2034. Those who are in charge of ...