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An epic excursion into one of the last great frontiers on Earth The
deep ocean comprises more than 90 percent of our planet’s
biosphere and is home to some of the world’s most dazzling
creatures, which thrive amid extreme pressures, scarce food
supplies, and frigid temperatures. Living things down here behave
in remarkable and surprising ways, and cutting-edge technologies
are shedding new light on these critically important ecosystems.
This beautifully illustrated book leads you down into the canyons,
trenches, and cold seeps of the watery abyss, presenting the deep
ocean and its inhabitants as you have never seen them before.
Features a wealth of breathtaking photos, illustrations, and
graphics Gives a brief and accessible history of deep-sea
exploration Explains the basics of oceanography Covers a marvelous
diversity of undersea organisms Describes habitats ranging from
continental slopes to hydrothermal vents and abyssal plains
Discusses humanity’s impacts on the deep ocean, from fisheries
and whaling to global climate change and acidification Written by a
team of world-class scientists
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