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What Causes the Tectonic Plates to Move?
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Discover the origins of the continental drift theory and how scientists explain these geologic phenomena.
What Is the Mohorovicic Discontinuity and Can Humans Ever Reach It?
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This seismic boundary lies within Earth between the bottom of crust and the uppermost mantle. But nobody has ever dug down deep enough to confirm it exists. So does it?
How Many Continents Are There? Depends Whom You Ask
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It may surprise you to know that experts around the world disagree on how many continents are out there. Here's why.
How Do Mountains Form?
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If geology has taught us anything about Earth's history, it's that nothing is permanent. And that goes for mountain ranges, all of which are constantly rising and falling.
What If Earth's Core Cooled Down?
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The core of our planet is about as hot as the sun. Could it ever cool down? That's one thing you don't want to happen.
A Comprehensive Guide to the Layers of the Earth
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Delve into the Earth's layers: crust, mantle, outer core, and inner core. Discover the secrets beneath our feet and the dynamic processes at play.
Why Did the Russians Seal Up the Deepest Hole in the World?
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The Kola Superdeep Borehole in Russia is the deepest hole in the world. It's deeper than the Mariana Trench and deeper than Mt. Everest is tall. Why did the Russians dig this deep, and why did they stop?
Could You Dig a Tunnel Right Through the Center of Earth?
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Let's say you have a lunch date to make – and it's on the other side of the planet. Wouldn't it be convenient to pop down a hole through Earth's innards? But what would really happen if you did?
How did the supercontinent Pangaea become seven separate continents?
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The idea of Pangaea comes from Alfred Wegener's hypothesis that the seven continents were once joined as a supercontinent. Learn more about Pangaea.
How Volcanoes Work
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Volcanoes are some of nature's most awe-inspiring displays, with everything from exploding mountaintops to rivers of lava. Learn how all the different types of volcanoes work.