2024-07-24 10:10:00
This is the latest development of Chinese engineers. The project, which started on June 30, plans to set a record in China, namely drilling a hole 10,000m deep. Through this operation, relayed by Science PostScientists hope to reach the rocks from the Cretaceous period, dating back 145 million years.
Until now, the world record was held by the Kola borehole in northwestern Russia. Starting in May 1970, his research continued even after the fall of the Soviet Union, reaching a depth of 11,034m below the water level. supports this theory around tectonic plates.
Observations make it possible to uncover many unexpected observations, such as a collection of deep rocks that contain water. In addition, researchers at the time were able to observe the presence of microorganisms at a depth that allowed less sunlight and nutrients. Important note because it is not possible on paper.
A dangerous activity, the drilling causes an increase in the pressure exerted by the rocks as people descend, and the temperatures also become high. Not to mention the instability of rock formations which can threaten at any time.
However, the goal of success is to reach the Cretaceous geological period. We bet which one will be allowed Bloomberg to better identify fossil and mineral resources, as well as collect new elements in order to assess environmental hazards such as earthquakes.
The project will enable interesting innovations in the field of scientific research. It is enough to preserve new ways of thinking in the future and show the promise of significant advances in the discovery of life science.
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