Science and Discovery

Mantle Plumes

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Massive volcanic eruptions from the Siberian Traps spewing ash and gases into the atmosphere, representing a catastrophic event in Earth's history.
Cosmos & Space

Mantle plumes trigger mass extinctions by altering Earth's climate

252 million years ago, a series of eruptions in Siberia, not an asteroid, unleashed enough greenhouse gases to wipe out over 90% of marine species.

Marcus Cole·May 28, 2026