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Geologists Discover 3 Million Years of Lithospheric Foundering

1/22/2025

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Geologists in California's Sierra Nevada have unveiled a fascinating phenomenon: lithospheric foundering, where the Earth's outer layer sinks into the mantle. Analyzing seismic data, they revealed that this process has been happening for over 3 million years, subtly shaping geological activity while keeping landmasses safe from harm.

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Geologists in California's Sierra Nevada have unveiled a fascinating phenomenon: lithospheric foundering, where the Earth's outer layer sinks into the mantle. Analyzing seismic data, they revealed that this process has been happening for over 3 million years, subtly shaping geological activity while keeping landmasses safe from harm.