We discovered these microfossils preserved in a layer of hard silica - rich rock called chert located within the Kaapvaal craton of South Africa.» (sciencedaily.com)
Inclusions found in the Museum's diamonds from the Congo craton in central southern Africa illustrate an incredible 3 - billion - year journey through tectonic collisions and volcanic eruptions. (sciencedaily.com)
Carol Finn, of the U.S. Geological Survey, a co-author on the paper, says, «Resolving the contradiction of the Gamburtsev high elevation and youthful Alpine topography but location on the East Antarctic craton by piecing together the billion year history of the region was exciting and challenging. (earthtimes.org)