Archimedean Proof of the Physical Impossibility of Earth Mantle Convection

TL;DR

This paper presents a proof based on Archimedes' principle demonstrating that mantle convection, a key component of plate tectonics, is physically impossible, challenging decades of geological theory.

Contribution

It provides a novel Archimedean proof that refutes the physical plausibility of mantle convection and related geological models.

Findings

Mantle convection is physically impossible according to Archimedean principles.

Refutes all models relying on mantle convection, including plate tectonics.

Challenges decades of geological and geophysical theories.

Abstract

Eight decades ago, Arthur Holmes introducted the idea of mantle convection as a mechanism for continental drift. Five decades ago, continental drift was modified to become plate tectonics theory, which included mantle convection as an absolutely critical component. Using the submarine design and operation concept of "neutral buoyancy", which follows from Archimedes' discoveries, the concept of mantle convection is proven to be incorrect, concomitantly refuting plate tectonics, refuting all mantle convection models, and refuting all models that depend upon mantle convection.