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There is a ‘gravity hole’ in the Indian Ocean, and scientists now think they know why | CNN

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There is a ‘gravity hole’ in the Indian Ocean, and scientists now think they know why | CNN

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An anomaly known as the geoid low has long puzzled geologists. One team has found what it believes is a credible explanation, and it’s coming from deep inside Earth.

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The surrounding areas with higher gravitation pull away the water from that spot.
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  Ah that makes sense. Thanks!

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