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Subduction undone

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Rocks are subjected to increased pressure as they are buried during subduction. Contrary to general belief, a study suggests that peak pressures recorded in subducted rocks might not reflect their maximum burial depths.

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Figure 1: Ultrahigh-pressure rocks in Tso Morari.

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