Along certain parts of the ocean floor lies a bounty of rare minerals and metals, critical components for batteries, electric cars and other electronics. But mining for them in the deep sea is a ...

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A new study shows that the total amount of microplastic deposited on the bottom of oceans has tripled in the past two decades! This increase coincides with the type and volume of consumption of ...

The footage revealed surprisingly diverse habitats like sponge gardens, coral reefs, and kelp reefs. Videos from seals, dolphins, and sea lions can help scientists map uncharted parts of the ocean.

A newly-deployed satellite has created the most-detailed map yet of the ocean floor, finding hundreds of hills and underwater volcanoes that were previously missed. When you purchase through links on ...

A new study about Earth's northernmost seafloor hydrothermal system shows even more variety in vent styles than previously thought. The study has important implications for understanding the origin of ...

Marine scientists have welcomed an unexpected asset to their underwater camera crews: sea lions. By attaching video cameras to sea lions' backs, researchers are not only learning about hyper-valuable ...