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Plate tectonics may be why Earth has life — and the key to finding life elsewhere in the universe

Emerging evidence suggests that plate tectonics, or the recycling of Earth's crust, may have begun much earlier than previously thought — and may be a big reason that our planet harbors life.

LiveScience · Oct 3, 2025

Did plate tectonics give rise to life? Groundbreaking new research could crack Earth's deepest mystery.

Emerging evidence suggests that plate tectonics, or the recycling of Earth's crust, may have begun much earlier than previously thought — and may be a big reason that our planet harbors life.

LiveScience · Nov 8, 2024

When did plate tectonics begin?

Earth surface is covered with rigid plates that move, crash into each other and dive into the planet's interior. But when did this process begin?

LiveScience · Nov 4, 2024

Life ‘may have thrived’ after giant meteorite hit Earth – research

Experts suggest the conditions caused by the impact of the S2 meteorite 3.26 billion years ago may have caused certain life forms to bloom.

Evening Standard · Oct 21, 2024