destroying the Earth for science

Computer simulations of what happens to Earth like planets when they are subjected to great heat, similar to the super earths orbiting near their home stars is allowing scientists to gain insight into how these planets form and how Earth and Venus became so different.

http://www.gizmag.com/super-earth-destroyed-simulation/23628/?utm_source

Edited August 10, 201213 yr by Moontanman