'Dark oxygen': a deep-sea discovery that has split scientists
Could lumpy metallic rocks in the deepest, darkest reaches of the ocean be making oxygen in the absence of sunlight?
Do deep-sea nodules produce oxygen in the dark? Experts debate new findings
A scientific debate has emerged regarding the possibility of producing 'dark oxygen' without sunlight, through metallic ...
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This Small Deep-Sea Predator Hidden in the Atacama Trench is Darkness Personified
The deep ocean is a vast reservoir of biodiversity that harbors unique species, communities, and ecosystems,” write the ...
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How Much of the Ocean Have We Actually Discovered?
Ever wondered how much of our vast, mysterious oceans we’ve uncovered? Spoiler alert: not nearly as much as you’d think!
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No Deep Seabed Mining
Despite its importance, its vast size and challenging conditions mean there is much left to be studied and understood. Starting at roughly 200 meters and stretching to 10,000 meters deep, the deep sea ...