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Hidden Underwater Brakes Stop Giant Earthquakes from Getting Worse

Saturday 16 May 2026 ScienceDaily
Hidden Underwater Brakes Stop Giant Earthquakes from Getting Worse

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Scientists found something amazing under the ocean near Ecuador—special zones that act like brakes to stop earthquakes from becoming super destructive! The brakes are made of seawater and special rocks that work together to keep big earthquakes from getting even bigger. This discovery could help us understand and predict earthquakes better in the future!
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