Ancient Himalayan Ocean Water Unveils Earth's Past
Scientists have discovered droplets of water trapped in mineral deposits in the Himalayas that provide insights into an ancient ocean that existed around 600 million years ago. The deposits, dating back to the time of the Snowball Earth glaciation, suggest that the sedimentary basins were deprived of calcium, leading to nutrient deficiency and slow-growing cyanobacteria that released more oxygen into the atmosphere. The findings offer a time capsule for studying paleo oceans and understanding the connection between major glacial events and the evolution of complex life forms.