This Underwater Mountain Chain Might Have Been Created by a Moving Hotspot
New research has uncovered that the Ninetyeast Ridge, a 5,000-kilometre-long underwater mountain range in the Indian Ocean, was shaped by…
Mars Perseverance Rover Uncovers Distinct Red Rocks with Green Spots
NASA’s Mars Perseverance rover has provided a nighttime image of the Malgosa Crest abrasion patch located at “Serpentine Rapids.” This…
Africa’s Gradual Split Could Lead to the Formation of Earth’s Sixth Ocean
Africa’s landmass is gradually splitting due to a tectonic phenomenon. Scientists project that this may lead to the formation of…
Did a River Capture Event Make Everest Taller?
A fascinating study suggests that Mount Everest, standing at 29,031.69 feet (8,848.86 m), may be taller than expected due to…