Scientists at Northwestern University in Illinois, USA, have made a surprising discovery that astonishes the scientific community. The discovery, reminiscent of Jules Verne’s fantasy stories, has sparked widespread interest and speculation.
A research paper published in 2014 titled “Dehydration Melting in the Upper Lower Mantle” proposes the existence of a deep reservoir located between 250 and 410 miles underground. The study suggests that a mineral called ringwoodite beneath the Earth’s crust may store large amounts of water.
This discovery overturns previous assumptions about the composition of Earth’s interior and has implications for our understanding of Earth’s geological processes.
Geophysicist Steve Jacobsen, one of the lead researchers, emphasized the significance of this discovery, emphasizing its potential to elucidate the Earth’s water cycle and the origin of water on the Earth’s surface. He also emphasized that geological phenomena such as earthquakes and volcanic activity are manifestations of processes occurring deep within the Earth that are beyond immediate observation.
Earth’s structure consists of distinct layers: a surface crust, a primarily solid mantle that makes up more than 80% of the planet, and a molten outer and inner core. The transition layer of the mantle, located between the upper and lower layers, is thought to be suitable for storing water within crystalline rocks.
According to National Geographic magazine, the crystals in this zone hold as much water as all oceans combined. As temperature and pressure rise toward the bottom of the transition zone, minerals like ringwoodite undergo alteration, releasing water vapor and helping to maintain consistent water storage within the mantle.
As scientists continue to unravel the mysteries hidden beneath the Earth’s surface, the discovery of this mysterious ocean represents a major step forward in our quest to understand the complexity of our planet.
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