Continental rift evolution (animation)
Continental rift evolution—from inception to breakup—accounting for surface processes and tectonic deformation.
Spreading ridges are illustrated in this collection of accurate, accessible science graphics, designed to make understanding how new oceanic crust forms clear and engaging. These visuals show how tectonic plates diverge at mid-ocean ridges, creating volcanic activity, hydrothermal vents, and seafloor spreading that shapes the ocean floor. Ideal for educators, students, and geoscience enthusiasts, this spreading ridge graphic collection turns complex plate tectonic processes into visually rich, easy-to-grasp resources for teaching and learning about Earth’s dynamic seafloor.
Global Cenozoic paleogeography
Global Cenozoic paleogeography, and the deep sea benthic foraminifera oxygen isotope curve.
Oceanic Large-Igneous Provinces
Age of the oceanic lithosphere with superposed oceanic Large Igneous Provinces (LIPs).
North East Atlantic Ocean Evolution
Opening of the North East Atlantic Ocean and dynamic support from the Iceland mantle plume.
Divergent plate boundary
Illustration of a divergent plate boundary on the Earth accommodating the relative motion of the plates by plate formation.
Plate boundaries & Euler pole
Illustration of how plates move across the Earth featuring the Euler pole and plate boundary end-members.
Mantle convection
Illustrative vertical cross-section showing the oceanic plate as part of whole-mantle convection.