Record-breaking trove of mantle rocks hints at how magma feeds seafloor volcanoes.

  • Published In: Sciencemag.org, 2024. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Applied Science & Technology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Wei-Haas, Maya 3 of 3

Abstract

Scientists have extracted a record-breaking sample of rocks from Earth's mantle, providing insights into fundamental processes such as volcanic eruptions and the formation of new crust. The rocks, recovered from the Atlantic Ocean, contain tantalizing hints of microbial activity, which could help researchers understand the origins of life. The nearly continuous core, over 1 kilometer long, promises unprecedented insights into Earth's mantle. The analysis of the rocks is still in its early stages, but researchers are hopeful that it will provide valuable information about deep microbial life and the potential for life on other planets. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Sciencemag.org. 2024/08, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Geology
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:178944553
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