Based on New Research Earth’s Mantle Might Be Hotter Than Anyone Expected

New data suggests that the upper parts of Earth’s mantle are around 60°C (108°F) hotter than previously expected. The mantle is the layer between our planet’s super-hot core and outer crust, and it plays an incredibly important role in things like earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and tectonic shifts. But despite the impact the mantle has on our planet, scientists have always … Continue reading →