When one tectonic plate sinks beneath another, it generates magmas rich in volatiles such as water, sulphur and chlorine. As these magmas ascend, they release magmatic fluids, in which sulphur and ...

If you’ve ever studied geography, looked at fossils in a museum, or even looked up at a craggy cliffside or a steep mountain, you’ll know that rocks usually take millions of years to form. However, ...

Researchers have discovered an accelerated, human-driven rock formation process taking place in West Cumbria. © University of Glasgow The geological processes that ...

Cooled magma deposits have been discovered under a lunar volcano that likely erupted 3.5 billion years ago. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how ...