Earth’s Core May Be Leaking Gold: A Groundbreaking Scientific Discovery
In a revelation that challenges long-standing geological beliefs, scientists from the University of Göttingen have discovered that Earth’s core may be leaking precious metals, including gold, to the planet’s surface.
The Discovery
This suggests that mantle plumes—columns of superheated rock rising from the core-mantle boundary—could be transporting these metals upward over millions of years.
Implications
This discovery indicates a previously unknown exchange between Earth’s deep interior and outer layers.
Future Prospects
While commercial extraction from the core remains unrealistic, these findings provide valuable clues for geologists about how precious metals traverse through Earth’s layers. This could influence theories on mineral distribution and geological activity.
