"Continental Ruptures Trigger Explosive Diamond Eruptions, Studies Reveal"
Scientists at the University of Southampton have uncovered the cause behind kimberlite eruptions, which transport diamonds from the Earth's mantle to the surface. These 'fountains of diamonds' are triggered by major geological events such as the splitting of supercontinents, like the division of Gondwana into South America and Africa. The team's research, which included statistical analysis and machine learning, suggests that these eruptions occur every 22 to 30 million years and are linked to the movement of tectonic plates. This discovery could aid in locating new diamond deposits and provide insights into other volcanic activities.