Published 15:09 23 Mar 2025 GMT

Scientists discovered huge 'ocean' beneath Earth's surface bigger than all the seas above land

It's trapped in a unique formation under the surface of our planet

Ellie Kemp

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Topics: Earth, Science, Nature

Ellie Kemp

Ellie joined UNILAD in 2024, specialising in SEO and trending content. She moved from Reach PLC where she worked as a senior journalist at the UK’s largest regional news title, the Manchester Evening News. She also covered TV and entertainment for national brands including the Mirror, Star and Express. In her spare time, Ellie enjoys watching true crime documentaries and curating the perfect Spotify playlist.

@EllieKempOnline

Scientists discovered huge 'ocean' beneath Earth's surface bigger than all the seas above land

It's trapped in a unique formation under the surface of our planet

Scientists discovered huge 'ocean' beneath Earth's surface bigger than all the seas above land

It's trapped in a unique formation under the surface of our planet

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