New Deep-Sea Predator Discovered in Atacama Trench
14 Dec 2024 14:26 PM IST
Oceans cover 71% of Earth, yet an astounding 95% remains unexplored. The deep ocean, which plunges to depths of up to 11 kilometers (6.8 miles), is harsh and inhospitable. It is dark, icy, and under immense pressure of 1,088 atmospheres (16,000 pounds per square inch). Despite these extreme conditions, some