Research on hidden structures deep within Earth’s mantle challenges theories about our planet’s middle layer and could ...

How's your knowledge of Earth's geology? Flat, round or global?

The Earth is made up of different layers: Therefore, instead of tectonic plates moving because of the convection currents, evidence suggests it is the plates that drive the convection. Slab pull ...

The Earth has a layered structure, including the core, mantle and crust. The crust and upper mantle are cracked into large pieces called tectonic plates. These plates move slowly, but can cause ...

MOUNT Everest has long been considered the tallest mountain on Earth, but new research reveals it might not even come close.

They then use this information to calculate the internal structure of the Earth. This is very similar to how doctors use ultrasound to image organs, muscles or veins inside the body without ...