Scientists have turned to supercomputers to predict the future of our planet, and the results are dire. A new simulation suggests that within 250 million years, a massive heat trap will form, leading to extreme temperatures, humidity, and volcanic activity that would make most of the planet uninhabitable for mammals, including humans.
The simulation, led by the University of Bristol, predicts that Pangaea Ultima, a future supercontinent, will experience temperatures above 40°C (104°F) with some areas reaching as high as 50°C (122°F). This would make survival impossible for many mammals, and only polar and coastal regions may remain livable.
The study highlights three main factors that will contribute to this environmental catastrophe: the formation of a massive heat trap, increased volcanic activity, and a brighter Sun. These conditions would lead to an uninhabitable state, making Pangaea Ultima one of the most extreme environments in the solar system.
While the timeline may seem distant, it serves as a stark reminder that Earth’s climate is constantly evolving, and the planet’s habitability is never guaranteed. The study also highlights the importance of addressing climate change and greenhouse gas emissions to prevent such catastrophic scenarios.
Experts warn that even if humans colonize other planets or develop technology to terraform uninhabitable regions, we may still face extinction due to our actions on Earth. However, they believe that life will find a way to adapt, as it has in the past.
The simulation is a stark reminder of the importance of taking action to protect our planet and its inhabitants. As one expert notes, “Extinction events have happened before and will happen again. Life will find a way—but it may not be the life we recognize today.”
Source: https://indiandefencereview.com/supercomputer-predicts-the-year-humanity-will-go-extinct-the-timeline-is-set