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Scientists have discovered that stalagmites follow a single mathematical rule based on water drip rate and calcite deposition, which can help improve understanding of past climate conditions by analyzing their layered structures.
Chemical analysis of stalagmites from a Mexican cave revealed that during the Maya collapse (871-1021 CE), there were eight droughts lasting over three years, with the longest lasting 13 years, likely contributing to societal decline. This detailed climate data aligns with archaeological evidence of halted monument construction and societal upheaval, providing new insights into the role of climate stress in the Maya civilization's decline.