Ancient Earth: Continents Formed Billions of Years Earlier Than Believed

Earth's Continents Formed Billions of Years Earlier Than Scientists Thought

For eons, the story of Earth’s continents has been etched in stone, a geological saga passed down through generations of scientists. We’ve pictured a young planet, a fiery crucible, where molten rock flowed and eventually cooled, giving rise to the vast landmasses we know today. But what if that story is fundamentally wrong? What if … Read more

Lake Superior Rocks Reveal Build Up to Giant Collision That Formed Supercontinent Rodinia

Lake Superior Rocks Reveal Build Up to Giant Collision That Formed Rodinia

Imagine Earth not as the planet we know today, but as a colossal jigsaw puzzle of continents, constantly shifting, colliding, and reforming over billions of years. Our planet’s history is a saga of immense geological drama, and hidden within the ancient rocks of Lake Superior lies a compelling chapter of this story: the formation of … Read more