Tamu Massif is an intriguing new type of hybrid volcano
Tamu Massif is forcing geologists to re-think a classic volcano formation theory.
Tag: tectonic
A shattered tectonic plate underpins the Tibetan Plateau — explaining the area’s weird earthquakes
The frayed head of the Indian plate keeps shaking up the whole area.
Geologists say part of northern Australia was once stuck to North America
We might learn more about a very ancient supercontinent called Nuna.
The Martian Polygons – An evidence for former Seafloors?
Intricate polygons on Mars could be a clear indication of a wet past for the Red Planet. Most crater floor ...
101 Dalmatians ?! Probe counts and maps the geysers on Enceladus
The geysers on the surface of Saturn's moon Enceladus have been counted and mapped, strengthening theories that Enceladus is one ...
8.2 magnitude earthquake strikes Chile
An 8.2-magnitude earthquake hit near the coast of Chile last night, triggering multiple strong aftershocks and a 6-foot (3 meter) ...
Evidence of granite found on Mars – Red Planet geology more complex than previously thought
Geologists have now found the most compelling evidence of granites on Mars - something which prompts more complex theories about ...
Ancient, long-lost continent found under the Indian Ocean
Evidence of drowned remnants of an ancient microcontinent have been found in sand grains from the beaches of a small ...
Oxygen atmosphere on Saturn’s moon, Dione
It's been less than a month since we published the last thing about the Cassini probe, and the amazing spacecraft ...
Nuclear fission amounts for half of Earth’s heat and energy
The relatively new theory of plate tectonics is still uncertain about what is the driving force behind the tectonic movement; ...
Quartz may be key to plate tectonics
Plate tectonics is one of the most important theories, from the point of view of its practical effects on society ...
Insects trapped in amber offer a precious glimpse on prehistoric bugs
Amber is not very common, but you can't say it's really uncommon either. Bugs in amber - that's rare, but ...