Hydrothermal vents, methane seeps play enormous role in marine life, global climate
Tuesday, May 31, 2016 - 15:01
in Earth & Climate
The hydrothermal vents and methane seeps on the ocean floor that were once thought to be geologic and biological oddities are now emerging as a major force in ocean ecosystems, marine life and global climate. And through their methane consumption, the life forms living at these vents are helping to prevent potentially catastrophic greenhouse problems.