The Deep Sea: Exploring the Mysterious Underworld

🌊The deep sea is a fascinating and mysterious realm that makes up more than 95% of the Earth's habitable space.

🐠Marine researchers have discovered over 100 new species in the deep sea, including fish, coral, and mollusks.

💡The deep sea remains largely unexplored, with more than 80% of it still unknown to us.

🔬Scientists have found ancient forests of coral, undersea urchins, and fish with bioluminescent abilities in the deep sea.

⚠️The deep sea is under threat from deep sea mining and pollution, which can have severe consequences for the ecosystem.

How much of the Earth's surface is covered by oceans?

—70% of the Earth's surface is covered by oceans.

How much of the deep sea remains unexplored?

—More than 80% of the deep sea remains unexplored.

What is marine snow?

—Marine snow is a term used to describe particles of dead organisms, fecal matter, and other organic material that slowly drift down through the water column, providing food for deep sea creatures.

What are some precious metals and minerals found in the deep sea?

—Some precious metals and minerals found in the deep sea include manganese, copper, nickel, and cobalt.

What are the threats to the deep sea?

—The deep sea is threatened by deep sea mining and pollution, including the dumping of radioactive materials and industrial waste.

00:04The deep sea is a cold and dark realm located at a depth of about 660 ft beneath the surface.

01:32Marine researchers have discovered over 100 new species in the deep sea, including fish, coral, and mollusks.

03:01More than 80% of the deep sea remains unexplored, making it one of the least understood areas on Earth.

03:41The deep sea is rich in biodiversity, with ancient forests of coral, undersea urchins, and fish with bioluminescent abilities.

03:53The deep sea is under threat from deep sea mining and pollution, which can have severe consequences for the ecosystem.