Overview

• The core was drilled from the Atlantis Massif, an underwater mountain near the Mid-Atlantic Ridge.
• Researchers recovered 71% of the core, significantly deeper than previous attempts.
• The mantle rock shows extensive serpentinization, crucial for studying early Earth conditions.
• Findings include unexpected mineral compositions and potential links to volcanic activity.
• The study aims to understand the chemical reactions that could have spurred life on Earth.