Rare Deep-Sea Brine Pools Discovered in Red Sea (IMAGE)

University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science

Rare Deep-Sea Brine Pools Discovered in Red Sea

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Brine pools are one of the most extreme environments on Earth, yet despite their high salinity, exotic chemistry, and complete lack of oxygen, these pools are teeming with life.

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