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Scientists get clearest view yet of a spreading seafloor
A rare eruption in the Indian Ocean allowed researchers to capture one of the clearest views yet of a seafloor spreading event. Scientists observed this geological activity, which is a significant development in understanding Earth's tectonic processes.
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