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Deep-sea nodules are mineral-rich homes for ocean life
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Deep-sea nodules are mineral-rich homes for ocean life

Researchers studying hundreds of metal-rich nodules from the Pacific’s Clarion-Clipperton Zone found thousands of tiny animals living in their crevices. Each nodule held an average of 17 animals, including roundworms, small crustaceans and a common single-celled organism. So: these nodules are not just potential sources of valuable metals, but distinct habitats that may support species not found in the surrounding seafloor sediment. The findings offer important new evidence to consider as countries weigh plans for deep-sea mining.
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