Geothermal Vents

How are hydrothermal vents created from?

• Hydrothermal vents are formed by underwater volcanoes.

• Hydrothermal vents are generated from the melting of icebergs in polar regions.
• Hydrothermal vents are created by deep sea fish.

• Hydrothermal vents are created by the accumulation of organic matter on the ocean floor.

What do hydrothermal vents help sea life with?

• Habitat for coral reefs.
• Source of freshwater for marine life.
• Breeding ground for fish species.
• Nutrient and energy supply for marine ecosystems.

What is the life forms that come out of geothermal vents?

• Photosynthetic plants
• Aquatic mammals
• Desert reptiles
• micro bacteria