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Study Reveals Atlantic Ocean's Formation Began 117 Million Years Ago

8/11/2025

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A groundbreaking study by Dr. Uisdean Nicholson and Dr. Débora Duarte reveals that the Atlantic Ocean began forming 117 million years ago, reshaping our understanding of geological timelines. Their seismic data uncovers early water exchanges between Africa and South America, offering fresh insights into climate models and ocean currents. This pivotal research is published in Global and Planetary Change.

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A groundbreaking study by Dr. Uisdean Nicholson and Dr. Débora Duarte reveals that the Atlantic Ocean began forming 117 million years ago, reshaping our understanding of geological timelines. Their seismic data uncovers early water exchanges between Africa and South America, offering fresh insights into climate models and ocean currents. This pivotal research is published in Global and Planetary Change.