How volcanic eruptions tore a supercontinent apart
The Atlantic Ocean did not always exist. This video explores how volcanic activity along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge once acted as a powerful force, physically splitting a massive supercontinent to create the ocean we recognize today.
While the volcanic eruptions currently occurring along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge are generally not a threat to human life, their historical significance is profound. These geological processes were the primary mechanism responsible for the fragmentation of a prehistoric supercontinent. This tectonic rupture eventually formed the foundation of the modern Atlantic Ocean.
Source: When The Atlantic Ripped Open A Supercontinent
