Magma Ocean

The Lunar Magma Ocean (LMO) is the layer of molten rock that is theorized to have been present on the surface of the Moon.

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How precious metals were brought to Earth and preserved in a magma ocean

Mysteries of the Earth: How Fast Did Ancient Magma Ocean Solidify?

New Research Provides Insights into Dynamics of Primordial Earth’s Magma Ocean

Mysteries of the Earth: Researchers predict how fast ancient magma ocean solidified

Io may have an underworld magma ocean or a hot metal heart

Layered Zone Beneath Coral Sea Suggests Ancient Magma Ocean

Moon's crust may have formed from 'slushy' magma ocean long ago

Formation of the Lunar Primary Crust From a Long‐Lived Slushy Magma Ocean

'Slushy' magma ocean led to formation of the Moon’s crust

Ultralow-Velocity Zones are Leftovers from Early Earth’s Magma Ocean, New Study Suggests