Detection of Core-Derived Ruthenium in Hawaiian Volcanic Rocks Suggests Mantle-Core Interaction
Detection of Core-Derived Ruthenium in Hawaiian Volcanic Rocks Suggests Mantle-Core Interaction A study published in Nature on May 21, 2024, presents evidence suggesting interaction between Earth’s core and mantle. Researchers from the University of Göttingen analyzed basaltic rocks from Hawaii, focusing on ruthenium isotopes. Over 99.95% of Earth’s gold, along with other heavy elements like platinum, resides in the planet’s molten core. This core consists of two layers: a solid inner core of iron and nickel, and a liquid outer…