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A study predicts the extension of the Strait of Gibraltar subduction zone into the Atlantic Ocean, which could create an Atlantic Ring of Fire within about 20 million years. This research sheds light on the dynamic nature of ocean life cycles and the formation of new reduction zones, using advanced computational models. It offers new insights into the activity of the subduction zone in Gibraltar and its implications for seismic activity, emphasizing the importance of preparedness and studying the process of ocean contraction as a key process in the geological evolution of the Earth. Credit: Mr Elliot Lim, CIRES &NOAA/NCEI

As the oceans close - a new study indicates that the Atlantic Ocean will "soon" enter its sunset phase

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Research shows for the first time how direct invasion of mitigation zones can occur. The 3D computational model, driven by gravity, predicts that the subduction zone currently under the Strait of Gibraltar will spread further into the Atlantic Ocean and contribute to the creation of an Atlantic subduction system - a ring of fire similar to that existing in the Pacific Ocean
The collision between Thea and Earth. Illustration: depositphotos.com

Strange lumps in the depths of the Earth's mantle are remnants of the planet from the collision that also created the moon

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The new research from Calcutta suggests that remnants of that ancient planet known as Theia are still inside the Earth and explain the origin of the "lumps" near the core-mantle boundary. Other remnants of it coalesced to form the moon
Volcanic cone at Kilauea volcano in Hawaii. Source: United States Geological Survey / GE Ulrich.

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Volcanic eruption at Mount Sinabung, Indonesia. Photo: yosh ginsu

The forecast: earthquake and volcanic eruptions

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Saar River Arch, Germany. Photo: shutterstock

The secret of deciphering changes in the pattern of rivers

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Durbar Square in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, following the earthquake of April 25, 2015. From Wikipedia

The earthquake in Nepal - part of a chain of tremors in the collision zone between the Indian plate and the Eurasian plate

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Map of the Earth's crust and plates in the Atlantic Ocean region Figure: Elliott Lim and Jesse Werner, CIRES & NOAA / NGDC

Europe will connect with North America in 220 million years

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The eruption of the volcano in Iceland, April 2010. Photo: National Geographic (for the film shown on May 9 at nine)

On May 9 at National Geographic a film about the recent volcanic eruption in Iceland

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A large rift in Africa may become a new ocean

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Tsunami, huge water

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Prehistoric crocodile fossils in Brazil point to a land bridge between South America and India

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New research at the Hebrew University could provide tools for earlier prediction of earthquakes

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