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Earth’s Longest Volcanic Ridge May Be an Underwater Moving Hotspot
The deep oceans are far from flat. They feature ridges, trenches, seamounts, and valleys, creating a diverse and dramatic ...
The Deep Ocean Floor Where MH370 Could Be Hiding
Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 is likely resting on the floor of one of the least-mapped sections of the ocean, according to ...
Terrifying reason 'black hole' in Indian Ocean is so dangerous and why MH370 might be stuck there
The search has resumed for missing Flight MH370, while an expert has shared his view that the plane could be stuck in a ...
How scientists found a 'yellow brick road' on the Pacific Ocean floor
In 2022, researchers aboard the E/V Nautilus made a discovery on the floor of the Pacific Ocean near Hawaii. While surveying the Liliʻuokalani Ridge in the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument, ...
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How Deep Is the Ocean?
Take a deep dive into the ocean’s secrets. ExtremeTech reveals its hidden layers and life forms. Discover the depths of our ...
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Discoveries in the Deep
Marie Tharp, studying echo soundings, discovers that the Mid-Atlantic Ridge conceals a long rift valley, which turns out to be part of a hidden volcanic rent that girds the global deep.
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The Arctic Seafloor Is Full of Life — And We’re About to Destroy It
The Arctic Ocean is more than just icy waters, it harbors vibrant ecosystems — but it also harbors valuable oil, gas, and ...
PBS8y
The Sea Floor Spread
Running along the top of this chain of mountains is a deep crack ... The speed at which new ocean floor is created varies from one location on the ocean ridge to another. Between North America ...