A Hidden World Beneath Our Feet
In a groundbreaking discovery that has sent shockwaves through the scientific community, researchers have uncovered two colossal structures deep within the Earth—towering far beyond Mount Everest. These hidden giants, described as “continent-sized” mountains, are believed to be an astonishing 100 times taller than the world’s highest peak.
Buried for Billions of Years
Located approximately 2,000 kilometers beneath the Earth’s surface, at the boundary between the planet’s core and mantle, these mountainous formations have remained undetected for billions of years. Scientists suspect they could be remnants from Earth’s formation, providing a rare glimpse into the planet’s ancient past.
“These structures are truly remarkable,” says Dr. Arwen Deuss, a seismologist at Utrecht University in the Netherlands, who led the research. “They are so massive that they could potentially hold clues to the origins of our planet and the forces that have shaped it over billions of years.”
How Scientists Discovered the Giant Mountains
The discovery was made possible by analyzing seismic waves generated by earthquakes. By studying how these waves travel through the Earth’s interior, scientists were able to map the structure of these massive formations.
“Seismic data revealed that these mountains are extraordinarily tall and possess a distinct composition, differentiating them from the surrounding mantle,” explains Dr. Deuss. “They are likely made up of denser materials that have remained relatively unchanged since the early days of Earth’s formation.”
A Mysterious Composition
Although the exact nature of these mountains remains unknown, scientists suspect they are composed of primordial materials preserved deep within the Earth’s mantle. These materials may hold valuable information about the conditions that existed during the planet’s early stages of development.
Due to their extreme depth and immense pressures, it is highly unlikely that humans will ever explore these hidden giants. However, their discovery has opened up exciting new avenues for research and has the potential to revolutionize our understanding of Earth’s interior and its dynamic history.
