Phys.org·3 min read·hard
Ancient asteroid barrage may explain why early Earth had no stable continents
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New research suggests that frequent asteroid impacts during the Hadean eon kept early Earth's crust unstable and partially molten. This process delayed the formation of stable continents while simultaneously contributing to the silica-rich crust necessary for their eventual development.
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Understanding the geological history of Earth provides critical insights into how the planet evolved to support life and stable landmasses.
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