Archive · 2 Jun 2025
Venus May Be Geologically Active: New Study Reveals Tectonic Processes
Scientists have discovered that Venus, a planet once thought to be dead, might still be alive with geological activity.
Using data from an old space mission, they've been studying strange circular features called coronae.
These features are like volcanoes on Earth, but instead of plates, they are caused by hot material pushing up from deep inside the planet.
This activity could mean that Venus might have had a more dynamic past and could potentially be habitable in the future.
Scientists are now very interested in learning more about these features to discover whether Venus is tectonically active.
A new study suggests Venus may be geologically active.
The research analyzed data from NASA's Magellan mission.
Scientists studied coronae, unique circular landforms on Venus.
Coronae are formed by plumes of hot material rising from Venus' mantle.
The findings indicate possible subduction at the edges of coronae.
- Who
- Researchers led by Geal Cascioli.
- What
- New research indicates that Venus may have ongoing geological activity, with the study of coronae.
- When
- The study was published on May 14, 2025.
- Where
- The research focused on Venus.
- Why
- To understand Venus' dynamic past and future habitability.
New Research Findings
Current Understanding
Venus' Geological Activity
New Research Findings
Venus may be geologically active.
Current Understanding
Venus is tectonically inactive.
- Study Publication Date
- May 14, 2025
- Research Lead
- Geal Cascioli
- Affiliation
- University of Maryland and NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center
- Mission Data Used
- NASA's Magellan mission data
- Geological Feature Studied
- Coronae