International Day of the Deep Seabed
The deep seabed, known as the "Area" in international law, covers 54% of the global ocean and lies at depths of 200 to 10,000 meters below the ocean's surface.
It is home to unique geological formations and ecosystems, including abyssal plains, seamounts, and hydrothermal vents, which exist in extreme conditions of perpetual darkness, high pressure, and near-freezing temperatures.
These ecosystems exist in extreme conditions of perpetual darkness, high pressure and near-freezing temperatures.
Ancient formations and ecosystems, such as hydrothermal vents, have been millions of years in the making, with some soaring 35 meters high.
Author's summary: Exploring the deep seabed's unique ecosystems.
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