Earth's Core is Leaking: Gold Isn't as Rare as You Think

2025-06-08

Research from the University of Göttingen reveals that volcanic rocks in Hawaii contain anomalous ruthenium isotopes, proving the Earth's core is leaking metallic material, including gold and other precious metals. This suggests that Earth's vast gold reserves aren't as scarce as previously believed, but locked deep within the core. The discovery challenges our understanding of Earth's inner dynamics and offers a new perspective on the future valuation of precious metal resources.

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