Geothermal Field of Dallol (IMAGE)

Spanish Foundation for Science and Technology

Geothermal Field of Dallol

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Hyperacid, hypersaline and hot ponds in the geothermal field of Dallol (Ethiopia). Despite the presence of liquid water, this multi-extreme system does not allow the development of life, according to a new study. The yellow-greenish colour is due to the presence of reduced iron.

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Puri López-García

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