Ringwoodite, Earth’s water cycle, and the future

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The whole article from earth.com ~ Nature, Science, Life

Ringwoodite, Earth’s water cycle, and the future

In summary, the crucial discovery of a vast water reservoir deep within the Earth’s mantle by Steve Jacobsen and Brandon Schmandt has revolutionized our understanding of the planet’s formation, composition, and water cycle.

As researchers continued to explore the complex processes occurring far beneath the Earth’s surface, their ringwoodite findings provided a new understanding of the delicate balance that makes our planet habitable.

The presence of this hidden ocean, trapped within the crystals of mantle rock, serves as a testament to the incredible forces at work within the Earth and the countless mysteries that still lie beneath our feet.

With each new revelation, we move closer to unraveling the secrets of our planet’s past, present, and future, and to appreciating the remarkable world we call home.