A recent 1268-meter drill core into Earth’s mantle from the Mid-Atlantic Ridge has revealed new…
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Geology is the scientific study of the Earth, its structure, and the processes that have shaped its surface and interior over time. Geologists examine rocks, fossils, and sediments to understand the Earth’s history, including the evolution of life and past climates. This discipline is divided into several subfields, such as mineralogy, sedimentology, paleontology, and volcanology, each focusing on different aspects of the Earth’s physical composition and history. Geology plays a crucial role in locating and managing resources like minerals, oil, and groundwater, and is also pivotal in addressing environmental challenges, such as natural disasters, land use, and climate change. Additionally, geological knowledge is essential for building infrastructure, exploring other planets, and understanding natural hazards like earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
New evidence shows Greenland’s ice sheet once melted completely, revealing a tundra below. This suggests…
Seismologists measure tremors from distances up to 5000 km away. On September 16, 2023, a…
An international team has begun to investigate the mantle’s role in supporting life on Earth,…
A recent study challenges traditional views on how Earth’s continents were formed, suggesting that subduction…
Researchers synthesized garnet-rich lunar rock assemblages to determine if sound velocities in these compositions match…
Rocks and fossils found in Angola by an SMU-led research team offer an unparalleled view…
Rocks undergo transformations over millions of years, but they still hold valuable information about the…
Smithsonian scientists conduct new research on ancient ‘time capsule’ rocks, dating back at least 2.5…
A new study finds critical clues lurking in the Red Planet’s soil. Recent research comparing…
Researchers suggest that the scarcity of oceans, continents, and long-term plate tectonics on exoplanets likely…
New findings indicate East Antarctica began glaciating 34 million years ago, unlike West Antarctica which…
A new computational technique developed enables the use of surface mapping technologies like GPS to…
The beginning of a long, disruptive volcanic episode near Iceland’s capital. Iceland faces a prolonged…
Researchers predict recurring volcanic eruptions in Iceland due to the interconnected magma system beneath the…
China’s Chang’e-6 mission is set to deliver samples from the Moon’s farside, potentially unveiling significant…
Australian researchers have discovered that pink garnet sand on South Australian beaches originates from ancient…
A study using a whaler’s forgotten aerial photos from 1937 shows East Antarctica’s ice has…