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Formation of supercontinents and energy of ocean tides
The cyclic strengthening and weakening of ocean tides over tens of thousands and thousands of years is probably going linked to a different, longer cycle: the formation of Earth’s supercontinents each 400 to 600 million years, in accordance a brand … Continue reading
Strength of tectonic plates may explain shape of the Tibetan Plateau
Geoscientists have long puzzled over the mechanism that created the Tibetan Plateau, but a new study finds that the landform’s history may be controlled primarily by the strength of the tectonic plates whose collision prompted its uplift. Given that the … Continue reading
Strength of Earth’s outer shell can be measured, weak spots pinpointed
An advanced imaging technique used to map Earth’s outer shell also can provide a measure of strength, finding weak spots and magma upwellings that could point to volcanic or earthquake activity, according to a new study. Geology News — ScienceDaily
Govt says EC findings show strength of public finances
(ANSA) – Rome, November 5 – Findings by the European Commission “reaffirm the health of our public finances,” and show that the Italian government is on the right fiscal track, officials said Tuesday. The comments came the same day that … Continue reading
Soccer: Perfect Roma show strength in depth
(By Paul Virgo) (ANSA) – Rome, October 28 – AS Roma maintained their perfect record when they beat Udinese 1-0 away on Sunday to notch their ninth consecutive win and match Serie A’s record for the best start to a … Continue reading