MINING AT DEEP-SEA VENTS: WHAT ARE THE IMPACTS ON MARINE LIFE?
Deep-sea hydrothermal vents are one of the seafloor environments now being targeted for mining of their mineral resources, because the "chimneys" that form at vents are particularly rich in metals such as copper that we need for modern technology.
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SHEDDING SOME LIGHT ON THE INTERNATIONAL SEABED AUTHORITY
In my previous post, I outlined some of the possible impacts of mining at deep-sea vents on marine life, and how effective regulation at a regional scale will be essential to reduce risks of habitat loss and potential species extinction.
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