New research has dramatically reshaped our understanding of Earth’s early geological history, overturning traditional beliefs about how the planet’s first continents came into being. Researchers from ...

The timing and rate of early crustal growth on Earth remains contentious due to the scarcity of very ancient rocks,” are ...

Ancient Australian rocks suggest Earth’s continents formed later than expected and share a common origin with the Moon.

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Many seismologists and researchers have long believed the Earth ...

Earth’s Ediacaran Period, roughly 630 to 540 million years ago, has always been something of a magnetic minefield for scientists. During earlier and later time periods, tectonic plates kept a steady ...

Disregard what you learned in geography class—Earth may not have seven continents after all. From the earliest of grades, schoolchildren around the world have memorized the same lineup: Africa, ...