What If: Science, Theory, and Possibilities

What If South America and Africa Joined Together?


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Millions of years ago, all continents were one, waiting to crack and spread into the world we know today. What if we fast forward and bring South America and Africa back together? If these two landmasses fused, how catastrophic would it be? What new animal species might emerge?
Explore the fascinating possibilities of a new supercontinent, Afrimerica, along with its impact on global trade, wildlife, and culture.
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Join the adventure with What If, the mini-documentary web series produced by Underknown in Toronto. Discover hypothetical worlds and possibilities, diving into complex subjects with fun and entertainment.
00:00: Introduction and thanks to Astro Kings
01:00: Overview of the hypothetical scenario
01:54: Discussion of Pangea
02:39: Exploration of Gondwana
03:38: How the continents might join
04:52: Formation of the new supercontinent - Afrimerica
06:12: Implications for global trade
06:54: Potential new wildlife species
08:20: Cultural reunification
09:05: Potential earthquake risks

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