New research disputes a 100-year-old theory about the Himalayas' formation, revealing a crucial layer of mantle that contributes to the mountains' impressive height.
A groundbreaking study reveals that Earth’s life-friendly atmosphere was shaped by a cosmic collision with another planet, Theia. This chance event transformed the dry, rocky proto-Earth into a haven for life within just three million years of the solar system's formation.
NASA's InSight mission has revealed ancient rocky fragments deep within Mars' mantle, offering unprecedented insights into the planet's tumultuous past and geological evolution.
The Axial Seamount, the most active volcano in the Northeast Pacific, is showing signs of an impending eruption. Recent studies reveal swelling magma reservoirs and increased seismic activity, providing a unique chance for scientists to study submarine volcanic behavior.
Discover the surprising similarities between baked goods and the planet Mercury! New research reveals how Mercury's radius has shrunk as it cools, offering insights into its thermal history and tectonics.
A new study suggests California's next big earthquake could surpass anything experienced before, based on surprising findings from Myanmar's Sagaing Fault. Researchers warn that predictions may not hold true for future seismic events.
A meteorite that crashed into a home in McDonough, Georgia, is revealed to be 20 million years older than Earth. This ancient space rock offers extraordinary insights into our solar system's history.
After recent floods in Texas, ancient dinosaur footprints thought to be hidden for millions of years have been revealed, providing new insights into prehistoric life. This exciting discovery has captivated paleontologists and highlights the unexpected ways nature can unveil history.
A meteorite that crashed into a Georgia home earlier this summer is astonishingly older than Earth, dating back 4.56 billion years. Scientists are now proposing to name it the McDonough Meteorite!
A new study reveals that a giant hot blob of rock beneath the Appalachian Mountains formed 80 million years ago during the breakup of Greenland and North America, challenging previous geological theories.
