All articles tagged with #ocean discovery
Scientists exploring the deep-sea ridge near Hawaii discovered a mysterious 'yellow brick road' formed by fractured volcanic rock, highlighting the vast unexplored areas of Earth's seafloor and offering new insights into underwater geology and ecosystems.
Scientists exploring the deep-sea ridge near Hawaii discovered a mysterious 'yellow brick road' made of fractured volcanic rock, highlighting the vast unexplored areas of Earth's ocean floor, with only about 0.001% of it visually documented so far.
A massive new hydrothermal field called Kunlun has been discovered in the Pacific Ocean, significantly larger than the famous Lost City, with unique geological features and rich hydrogen emissions that could shed light on the origins of life and potential energy sources. The site hosts diverse deep-sea life and challenges previous assumptions about hydrogen generation far from mid-ocean ridges.
Scientists have discovered evidence of a vast amount of water trapped in minerals within the Earth's transition zone, suggesting the existence of an underground ocean at about 410-660 km depth, which could influence our understanding of Earth's water cycle and tectonic processes.
Scientists have discovered mineral evidence suggesting a vast, water-rich ocean exists deep within the Earth's mantle at 410-660 km below the surface, challenging previous beliefs and raising questions about Earth's water cycle and tectonic processes.
Marine researchers aboard the E/V Nautilus have discovered a Nautilus belauensis, a rare and ancient sea creature, during a deep-sea expedition near Palau. Known as a living fossil, the nautilus has remained largely unchanged since the age of the dinosaurs, offering valuable insights into evolutionary history. This discovery highlights the vast unexplored regions of the ocean and underscores the importance of technological advancements in marine exploration. The find also raises questions about balancing exploration with conservation of fragile marine environments.
Scientists have captured the first live male specimen of a new species of deep-sea worm, Pectinereis strickrotti, near an underwater methane seep off the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. The worm, which moves in a sinuous pattern reminiscent of a magic carpet, was first spotted in 2009 and formally described in a study published in PLOS ONE. Measuring about four inches long, the blind worm uses feathery appendages called parapodia to swim and likely relies on its sense of smell and touch to navigate the dark ocean depths. Despite its impressively large jaws, its diet remains a mystery.
A Harvard professor's claim that metal spherules found in the ocean could be alien technology has been challenged by a new theory suggesting they may be industrial waste. The professor's controversial assertion was based on the unusual composition of the spherules, but other scientists argue they could simply be an offshoot of coal burning. The debate continues as further analysis is conducted to determine the true nature of the spherules.