Why Diamonds Might Be Earth’s Way of Breaking Up!
Diamonds might also be indicators of Earth's tectonic plate breakups.
Kimberlites, the conduits for diamonds, have remained a mystery until now.
Most kimberlite eruptions occurred 20 to 30 million years after continents separated.
Researchers suggest a domino effect caused by continental rifting.
The study emphasizes mantle plumes can't solely explain kimberlite patterns.
Kimberlite eruptions originate from stable continental cores known as cratons.
The research links eruptions to the breakup of supercontinents like Pangaea.
"The pattern of diamond eruptions is cyclical," Dr. Gernon stated.
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