"Unveiling the Secrets Behind Diamond Eruptions and Their Tectonic Origins"

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"Unveiling the Secrets Behind Diamond Eruptions and Their Tectonic Origins"
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Scientists at the University of Southampton have discovered that diamonds are brought to the Earth's surface by powerful kimberlite eruptions, which are triggered by the movement of tectonic plates. These eruptions, reaching speeds of up to 83 miles per hour, occur at intervals of 22 to 30 million years and are linked to significant geological events like the breakup of supercontinents. The research, which involved statistical analysis and machine learning, could help locate new diamond deposits and has provided deeper understanding of Earth's geological processes.

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