Chinese researchers have discovered a giant, previously unknown hydrothermal system at the bottom of the Pacific Ocean that could shed light on the origins of life. The Kunlun system, northeast of Papua New Guinea, is made up of 20 large craters, the largest of which is around 5,900 feet (1,800 meters) wide and 430 feet (130 m) deep. These craters …
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Beneath our feet lies a hidden world of staggering scale, a deep ecosystem brimming with billions of microorganisms. Its astonishing diversity has earned it the nickname the “subterranean Galapagos” and suggests that its genetic richness may rival or even surpass life above ground. Presenting their work at the American Geophysical Union’s annual meeting in 2018, the researchers calculated the size …
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IN A NUTSHELL 🌊 Ancient fossils discovered beneath Indonesian seas reveal insights into early human life in Southeast Asia. 🔍 Over 6,000 fossil specimens, including Komodo dragons and Stegodon, were uncovered during reclamation activities. 🏞️ Geological analysis highlights a submerged river system that supported a diverse ecosystem during the late Middle Pleistocene. 🧠 Findings suggest advanced hunting techniques by early …
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