The Mountains Below Us (And Other Deep Sea Treasures) | Compilation

What is marine snow and why is it important for ocean ecosystems?

Describe the process of chemosynthesis and its significance in deep-sea environments.

What role does carbon play in the ocean's biogeochemical processes?

What impact does increased carbon dioxide in the atmosphere have on marine ecosystems?

Explain the significance of Marie Tharp's contributions to oceanography.

How do the conditions at the Lost City hydrothermal field differ from typical black smokers?

How do hydrothermal vents contribute to the ocean's ecosystem?

Discuss the relationship between ocean currents and the distribution of nutrients in the ocean.

What are manganese nodules and how do they form?

What are the potential consequences of mining deep-sea resources?