Deep-Sea Crust Uncovers Ancient Cosmic Debris Still Reaching Earth
An international study published in Nature Astronomy has concluded that debris from a giant cosmic explosion, which occurred over 100 million years ago, is still reaching Earth. This finding is based on measurements of rare isotopes found within a slow-growing ferromanganese crust recovered from the depths of the Pacific Ocean.
Debris originating from a cosmic explosion more than 100 million years ago continues to fall on Earth. This conclusion was reached by an international team through a study published this week in Nature Astronomy.
The research involved analyzing rare isotopes discovered within a ferromanganese crust. This specific geological formation, known for its slow growth, was recovered from the depths of the Pacific Ocean.
The measurements of these rare isotopes provide evidence of a steady influx of material, confirming its origin from the ancient cosmic event.
(Source: Phys.org)
