The Effect of Volatiles (CO2 and H2O) in Lithosphere-Asthenosphere Boundary at 2.5, 4.5 and 10 GPa - From Degassing to Storage

Explore the critical role of volatile compounds in Earth's deep structure through this conference talk examining how CO2 and H2O affect the lithosphere-asthenosphere boundary under extreme pressure conditions. Delve into comprehensive research conducted at pressures of 2.5, 4.5, and 10 GPa to understand the complex processes governing volatile behavior in Earth's interior. Learn about the mechanisms controlling degassing and storage of these essential compounds at one of the most important structural boundaries in our planet. Discover how water and carbon dioxide influence the physical and chemical properties of rocks at the transition zone between the rigid lithosphere and the more ductile asthenosphere. Gain insights into the implications of volatile distribution for mantle dynamics, plate tectonics, and the global carbon and water cycles. Understand the experimental techniques and theoretical frameworks used to study these high-pressure, high-temperature conditions that exist deep within Earth. This presentation, delivered as part of the Workshop on High-Pressure Mineral Physics and Geophysics Applications, provides cutting-edge research findings that advance our understanding of planetary processes and the behavior of volatile elements in extreme environments.