GoKawiilStudy links eroded ancient Antarctic 'supermountains' to early bursts of life on Earth
Researchers report that massive mountain ranges formed by continental collisions once existed in what is now Antarctica. As these supermountains eroded over millions of years, they released nutrient-rich sediment that scientists say coincided with periods of rapid biological expansion on Earth.
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If confirmed, the finding could reshape understanding of how geological processes on early Earth influenced the conditions needed for complex life to emerge and diversify. It suggests that large-scale tectonic events, not just atmospheric or oceanic chemistry, may have played a key role in shaping evolutionary history, according to the researchers.
- Ancient 'supermountains' once stood in what is now Antarctica.
- Their erosion released nutrients potentially linked to biological booms.
- The research ties tectonic history to major evolutionary milestones.
Source: gizmodo.com, 2026-09-24
Published there as: “Scientists Say Antarctica’s Lost ‘Supermountains’ May Have Fueled an Explosion of Life on Earth”
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