Science

Researchers uncover magma-driven pathway that lifts gold out of Earth’s depths

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Volcano erupting at night with glowing magma jets, illustrating sulfur-rich magma pathway that lifts gold from Earth’s mantle.

Gold is famously elusive, yet a team of international researchers believes they have finally cracked the code. On December 29, 2024, they unveiled findings that show how molten rock, or magma, can transport gold from the planet’s depths to higher levels. In this groundbreaking announcement, Adam Simon of the University of Michigan worked with experts … Read more

The US supervolcano hides the largest known lithium deposit, according to a study: It could provide reserves valued at €413 billion

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Geologist examines lithium-rich clay sample from Nevada’s McDermitt Caldera supervolcano, site of the world’s largest lithium deposit

An unexpected geological treasure buried beneath an ancient caldera in the western United States is sparking excitement across the clean energy sector. Researchers believe this massive lithium find, reportedly worth around $413 billion, might dramatically shift the global battery market and reshape America’s energy landscape. The McDermitt Caldera, formed 16.4 million years ago after a … Read more

Scientists confirm a 500,000-mile hole on the sun: should we be concerned?

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High-resolution image of the sun highlighting a 500,000-mile coronal hole and intense solar flare activity

Astronomers have identified a massive coronal hole measuring nearly 500,000 miles (around 800,000 kilometers) across on the sun’s surface. The discovery has generated curiosity around potential effects on our planet, from dazzling auroras to minor technology disruptions. In recent observations, researchers noted that the sun’s magnetic field weakens in certain spots, allowing solar wind to … Read more