Ancient Ocean

Ancient ocean refers to large bodies of saltwater that existed in Earth’s geological past and have since disappeared or transformed due to plate tectonics and continental drift. Examples include the Tethys Ocean and Panthalassa, which influenced past climate, marine life evolution and sediment formation. The study of ancient oceans helps reconstruct Earth’s climatic history, ocean circulation patterns and the movement of continents over millions of years.

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Ancient ocean slowdown warns of future climate chaosScience

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