Scientists say Australia is cracking from the inside as ancient tectonic forces slowly reshape the continent. Deep within the crust, hidden fractures stretch and weaken the land over millions of years. New seismic data reveals how internal stress builds far from visible fault lines. These findings could change how scientists understand earthquakes in stable continents. In this video, we break down what’s happening beneath Australia and why it matters.
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