Smacking children is as damaging as severe violent abuse, scientists say
According to new research disciplining a child by spanking can damage brain development.
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A look at Earth s ancient mantle suggests our planet was once a water world
Harvard experts found the mantle was four times hotter some 3 billion years ago
The team analyzed two volcanic minerals found in the mantle that hold water
Under extreme temperatures, these minerals have a low water capacity
However, experts say that overtime the mantle cooled and held in more water