Researchers confirm the existence of a 'lost continent' under Mauritius

Researchers confirm the existence of a 'lost continent' under Mauritius Johannesburg, South Africa (SPX) Feb 01, 2017 - Scientists have confirmed the existence of a "lost continent" under the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius that was left-over by the break-up of the supercontinent, Gondwana, which started about 200 million years ago. The piece of crust, which was subsequently covered by young lava during volcanic eruptions on the island, seems to be a tiny piece of ancient continent, which broke off from the isla ... more

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