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Deep Sea Vents

ON THE OCEAN FLOOR

A deep sea vent emits smoky jets from the sea floorHot water vents have also been found on the bottom of the world’s oceans. Exploration by remotely operated vehicles has revealed the presence of microorganisms within the vents. Some of these microorganisms share similarities with microbes found in the hydrothermal features of Yellowstone.

You can learn more about these hydrothermal vents at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute's Dive and Discover web site.
Photo courtesy: Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute.

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