The Dirt on Earth

The Hadean Eon

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Join us as we travel 4.5 billion years back in time on The Dirt on Earth.

In this episode, we explore:

  • The Birth of Earth: Learn about the cosmic events that led to the formation of our planet.
  • Extreme Conditions: Explore the fiery landscapes, rampant volcanism, and frequent meteorite impacts that defined the Hadean.
  • The Moon's Creation: The violence that led to the Moon's formation and its lasting impact on Earth.
  • Our Guest: Geophysicist Dr. Qian Yuan from the California Institute of Technology discusses the relationship between the Moon's formation and large anomalous structures discovered at the base of Earth's mantle.
  • Music: Jonny Boyle - Big Life, Oleg Mazur - Two Friends, Bryan Teoh - Planeteer Reaction & I Guess What I'm Trying to Say, Kevin McLeod - Sunday Dub
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