"Unveiling the Surprising Discovery: Corals' Production of Reactive Oxygen Species Uncovered by Deep Sea Sensor"
A recent study using a deep-sea chemiluminescent sensor called SOLARIS has revealed that deep-sea corals and sponges produce reactive oxygen species (ROS), specifically superoxide. This discovery suggests that these chemicals have previously unknown effects on ocean life and chemistry in the deep sea. The study also found that the production of superoxide is not solely a stress response but a fundamental part of the corals' regular life functions. The findings have implications for understanding coral health and activity, as well as how coral ecosystems may respond to climate change.