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Rocks, volcanoes, caves and the slow machinery of the planet, from plate boundaries to the water cycle.

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All About the Four Main Layers of the Earth and Their Importance

The four main layers of the Earth are the crust, mantle, outer core, and the inner core. The planet Earth was formed about 4.5 billion years ago, after the collapse of the supermassive gaseous body. As time moved on, the Earth cooled down and is still cooling, as of today. As a result of the cooling process, denser materials like iron and sulfur sank to the inside of the Earth; whereas, lighter materials like silicates and water came the surface.

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A Complete List of Natural Disasters That’ll Shock You to the Core

Natural disasters such as hurricanes can be predicted. However, occurrence of an earthquake or a volcanic explosion surprises us. The world has witnessed a number of disasters over the centuries, with some being more devastating than the others. Some last for a few seconds, while some for a few days or even weeks.

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Major Earthquakes in China

Earthquakes are one of the most dreaded natural disasters. Severe earthquakes result in the massive destruction of life and property and change the face of Earth in the literal sense of the term. For an account on some of the major earthquakes in China, read on...

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