SMRTR Science & EngineeringJul 10, 2025Live Science

Scientists discover that mysterious giant structures beneath the North Sea seemingly defy what we know about geology

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Mysterious giant sand mounds beneath the North Sea have been explained by a newly discovered geological process. Researchers found that younger, denser sands sank through older, lighter "ooze," creating massive structures called "sinkites" and "floatites." This discovery challenges conventional understanding of sediment layering and could impact future carbon storage efforts in the region.

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