Red Sea Spreading

Paper Summary:

The spreading of the seafloor under the Red Sea offers researchers a chance to study several important areas of science and apply what is learned to a better understanding of earth, earth's history, and perhaps other planets in the Solar System such as Mars. This paper reviews and examines existing science related to the tectonic plates (African and Arabian plates) beneath the Red Sea, the explanation for their movement apart and the dynamics of the hydrothermal activities that are part of the plate spreading itself. The Red Sea is of particular interest to scientists and this paper provides thorough reviews of the research conducted to date and examines why that research is of great value to science and to an understanding of how the Earth was formed. This paper includes figures and pictures.

Outline:
Abstract
Introduction
Red Sea Geologic Evolution
Spreading Seafloor Dynamics Beneath the Oceans and Seas
Red Sea Rupturing: Recent Research
Red Sea Hydrothermal Processes: Link to Life and Link to Mars
Recent Red Sea Science: Discussion
Conclusion
Works Cited

From the Paper:

"The Red Sea has become a geologic destination of preference for many scientists who are interested in plate tectonics, seafloor spreading, hydrothermal dynamics, the creation of minerals are ores from undersea activities, and more. As research continues using the latest technologies, students and other interested individuals will become informed and enlightened about the Red Sea and the implications for other undersea areas. It is vital for the health and well-being of the citizens on the planet for scientists and scholars to learn as much as possible about how the earth was formed and what it is doing at this stage in its evolution. The Red Sea is unlocking some of those mysteries, and will continue to reveal answers about the sea and the changing planet as time moves forward."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Coleman, Robert G. (1993). Geologic Evolution of the Red Sea. New York: Oxford University Press.
• Hamilton, Rosanna L. (1997). Earth's Interior & Plate Tectonics. Los Alamos National Laboratory. Retrieved April 11, 2008, from http://www.solarviews.com/eng/earthint.htm.
• Lovgren, Stefan. (2006). Red Sea Region Parting in Massive Split. National Geographic News. Retrieved April 12, 2008, from http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/pf/91721890.html.
• National Geographic EdNet (2007). Oceans. Retrieved April 12, 2008, from http://www.ngsednet.org.oceans.
• Pirajno, F., & Van Kranendonk, M.J. (2005) Review of hydrothermal processes and systems on Earth and implications for Martian analogues. Australian Journal of Earth Sciences, vol. 52, 329-351.

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