OMG sciencefromwww.scientificamerican.com5 days agoAfrica could split apart sooner than scientists thoughtA rift in Earth's crust will soon split Africa into two, creating a new ocean, according to new research on the Turkana Rift.
OMG sciencefromState of the Planet6 days agoIn Eastern Africa, the Cradle of Humankind Is Tearing ApartTurkana Rift's crust is significantly thinned, indicating advanced rifting and potential future continental breakup, impacting the understanding of human evolution.