China is digging a 10,000-meter (32,808 feet) hole into the Earth’s crust. The groundbreaking project aims to test drilling technology and gain a deeper understanding of the planet’s underground structure. Led by the China National Petroleum Corp., the drilling is expected to last 457 days and will traverse 10 layers of continental rock, ultimately reaching rocks from the Cretaceous Period, dating back over 140 million years. The project holds potential for identifying mineral resources and assessing environmental risks like earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. It is part of China’s broader efforts to expand underground research, which President Xi Jinping encouraged in … Continue reading China is Unearthing Earth’s Secrets by Digging a 10,000-Meter Hole