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The Earth Is Not a Sponge: Why the Oceans Don't Drain Into the Planet
A science explainer titled 'The Earth Is Not a Sponge: Why the Oceans Don't Drain Into the Planet' is circulating, addressing a common misconception about how the oceans work. The piece argues that seawater does not seep into the planet's interior, instead explaining the geological and physical reasons the oceans remain on the surface. It is part of ongoing public science communication about how the Earth's water cycle and crust behave.
Why now: Readers are engaging with science explainers that correct popular misconceptions about Earth and the oceans.
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