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pl23_expl1849.jpg

The cloudy gases collected from the boiling vent can be seen in the top thirdof the sample tube

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Description

The cloudy gases collected from the boiling vent can be seen in the top thirdof the sample tube. Analyzing the gases will enable scientists to determine theorigin of the hydrothermal fluids.

Credit

New Zealand-American Submarine Ring of Fire 2005 Exploration; NOAA Vents Program

Display Date

2005 April 18

Location

New Zealand, Kermadec Arc

Collection

Voyage to Inner Space

Keywords

Ocean Exploration