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Laboratory experiments reveal that molten rock under extreme pressure can hold far more oxygen than scientists thought possible. This hidden oxygen reservoir deep in Earth might help explain how our planet's atmosphere became breathable billions of years ago.
Researchers discovered how underwater fault zones use seawater and rock structures to stop earthquakes from growing larger. The breakthrough could transform how we predict and understand earthquake behavior worldwide.
Scientists discovered impossibly detailed fossils beneath an Australian farm, with spider hairs and fish eyes perfectly preserved in iron-rich rock that shouldn't preserve anything. The find rewrites the rules on where to hunt for ancient life.
Australian researchers discovered that billion-year-old gold and platinum deposits share a common origin, potentially revolutionizing how we find critical minerals for green technology. The breakthrough could make mineral exploration more efficient and sustainable.