Articles for tag: Atlantic Ocean, geological changes, Oceanography, Plate tectonics, seafloor spreading

Why the Atlantic Ocean Is Quietly Getting Bigger Each Year

Why the Atlantic Ocean Is Quietly Getting Bigger Each Year

Andrew Alpin

You might think the world’s oceans are unchanging, eternal features of our planet. The truth is far more dynamic and fascinating. As a result, the Atlantic Basin is expanding at about 0.8 to 2 inches a year, making it one of the most active geological features on Earth. This isn’t just some abstract scientific concept ...