Recording Device at Black Smoker (IMAGE)

University of Washington

Recording Device at Black Smoker

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The recording device that captured the sounds of black smoker venting sits here between waters that are 660 F, hot enough to poach unsuspecting fish, and cooler places lush with tube worms. It is speculated that the sound generated by hydrothermal vents may help fish navigate around such structures.

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University of Washington

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