Why Drilling To The Earth's Mantle Is Almost Impossible

Ever wondered how deep we can dig? This video explores the challenges of deep earth drilling, noting that the deepest hole in the world, the Kola Superdeep Borehole, only scratches the surface. We look at new technologies under development to access geothermal energy and other resources deeper within the planet, pushing the boundaries of earth science.

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