Extended Data Fig. 2: 100 Ma plate configuration and relative position of volcanic structures relevant to APM modeling (gloal projection from GPlates101). | Nature

Extended Data Fig. 2: 100 Ma plate configuration and relative position of volcanic structures relevant to APM modeling (gloal projection from GPlates101).

From: Pacific hotspots reveal a Louisville–Ontong Java Nui tectonic link

Extended Data Fig. 2

Shatsky Rise and Mid-Pacific Mountains erupted near a spreading center (likely causing plume motion5), while Rurutu-Arago and Samoa erupted within the growing Pacific plate. Louisville’s position shows the approximate modeled track for the updated model rotation.

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