Unraveling the Mystery of the Indian Ocean's 'Gravity Hole'

Scientists from the Indian Institute of Science have proposed a credible explanation for the "gravity hole" in the Indian Ocean, where Earth's gravitational pull is weaker and the sea level dips significantly. Using computer simulations, they found that plumes of magma originating from the disappearance of an ancient ocean between India and Asia could be responsible for the formation of this gravitational anomaly. The simulations showed that the presence of these magma plumes, along with the mantle structure, led to the formation of the "gravity hole." The research provides insights into Earth's complex structure and its impact on gravity.