New research reveals that in some of the most inhospitable parts of the ocean depths, a blue volcanic mud contains evidence ...

The study of banded iron formations (BIFs) offers a unique window into early Earth’s geochemical cycles and the evolution of its oceans and atmosphere. These sedimentary deposits, characterised by ...

A research team led by Academician Jin Zhijun from the Institute of Energy, Peking University, has revealed how interactions between Earth's tectonic activity and astronomical cycles jointly shaped ...

Because oxygen-bearing sulfate minerals trap and preserve signals from Earth's atmosphere, scientists closely study how they form. Sulfates are stable over billions of years, so their oxygen isotopes ...

The new finding was published Nov. 26 in Science Advances and changes how geoscientists understand the underlying process of Earth's geochemical cycle. The reason geoscientists had, until now, failed ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. NASA’s Perseverance rover has detected evidence for an array of ...

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