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science20 days ago•4 min saved

Tamu Massif Revealed as Earth's Largest Single Volcano

Scientists confirm the Tamu Massif in the Pacific’s Shatsky Rise is the largest single volcano on Earth, a flat, shield‑shaped structure formed about 145 million years ago and spanning roughly 120,000 square miles, with its summit about 6,500 feet below the ocean surface and its base near four miles deep. Previously treated as separate mounds, it is now seen as one continuous volcanic system revealed by seismic-reflection data, reshaping how we understand oceanic plateaus.

via The Daily Galaxy|

#nature-geoscience #science #seismic-reflection

science3 months ago•4 min saved

Scientists Shocked by Emergence of a Million Giant Eggs from Underwater Volcano

Scientists exploring off Vancouver Island discovered a live, active underwater volcano teeming with up to a million egg cases of the deep-sea Pacific white skate, revealing how volcanic heat creates a unique nursery environment that accelerates embryo development and supports marine life in the abyss.

via Glass Almanac|

#deep-sea-discovery #egg-cases #marine-biology

science3 months ago•4 min saved

Sharks Discovered Living Inside Active Underwater Volcanoes

Scientists discovered large sharks swimming inside Kavachi, an active underwater volcano in the Solomon Islands, challenging assumptions that such hostile environments cannot support complex life. The sharks appeared unaffected by the hot, acidic waters, raising questions about their adaptations and resilience. Follow-up research using robotic equipment confirmed the extreme conditions, but the survival mechanisms of these sharks remain unknown, offering potential insights into marine adaptation to environmental stress.

via Times of India|

#extreme-environment #kavachi #marine-life

science5 months ago•4 min saved

Oregon Underwater Volcano Eruption Expected by 2026 Amid Recent Seismic Activity

Scientists now predict the underwater Axial Seamount off Oregon will likely erupt between mid-to-late 2026, based on recent changes in magma inflation and seismic activity, which have shown a pattern similar to previous eruptions but with a delayed timeline.

via Live Science|

#axial-seamount #eruption-forecast #magma-inflation

science5 months ago•4 min saved

Scientists Monitor Rising Eruption Risks at Oregon's Axial Volcano

Scientists have captured the most detailed 3D seismic images of Axial Volcano off Oregon, revealing complex internal processes and challenging previous theories about silica enrichment in its lava, which could improve understanding of underwater volcano eruptions.

via University of Nevada, Reno|

#axial-volcano #science #seismic-imaging

science6 months ago•4 min saved

Hidden Underwater Nursery Discovered in Dormant Canadian Volcano

Scientists discovered a thriving marine ecosystem within a previously thought dormant underwater volcano off Vancouver Island, featuring a large nursery of white skate ray eggs, highlighting the resilience of deep-sea life and the importance of conserving these fragile environments.

via Energy Reporters|

#deep-sea-conservation #hydrothermal-vents #marine-ecosystem

science7 months ago•4 min saved

Scientists Find Massive Skate Ray Nursery on Underwater Volcano Near Vancouver

Scientists discovered a thriving marine ecosystem and a massive nursery of giant skate ray eggs near an active underwater volcano off Vancouver Island, highlighting the resilience of deep-sea life and emphasizing the importance of conserving these fragile environments amid environmental threats.

via Energy Reporters|

#deep-sea-ecosystem #hydrothermal-vents #marine-conservation

science7 months ago•3 min saved

Pacific Coast Underwater Volcano May Erupt Soon, Scientists Warn

Researchers monitor the Axial Seamount off Oregon's coast, which may erupt by year's end, but currently shows no signs of imminent eruption; the volcano's activity helps scientists understand volcanic behavior without posing a threat to humans.

via yahoo.com|

#axial-seamount #eruption-forecast #oregon-coast

science7 months ago•2 min saved

Pacific Coast on Alert for Major Underwater Volcano Eruption

Scientists are monitoring the Axial Seamount off Oregon for signs of a potential eruption in 2025, which could provide valuable insights into volcanic activity without posing risks to humans, as the volcano is located far from populated areas.

via Axios|

#axial-seamount #eruption-prediction #pacific-ocean

science7 months ago•3 min saved

Potential Eruption of Underwater Volcano Off US West Coast Sparks Concern

Scientists monitoring the Axial Seamount off Oregon report signs of an imminent eruption, including inflation and increased seismic activity, with the volcano expected to erupt before year's end, aiding understanding and prediction of volcanic activity.

via ABC News|

#axial-seamount #eruption-prediction #marine-monitoring

science7 months ago•2 min saved

Underwater Volcano Near Oregon May Erupt in 2025 After Intense Earthquake Activity

Scientists warn that the Axial Seamount, an active underwater volcano near the US coast, is on the verge of erupting after experiencing 2,000 earthquakes in a day, with predictions suggesting an eruption could occur by the end of 2025, potentially impacting marine ecosystems but limited threat to human life.

via LADbible|

#axial-seamount #earthquakes #eruption

science7 months ago•3 min saved

Potential Eruption of World's Most Active Underwater Volcano Predicted for 2025

Scientists warn that Axial Seamount, the world's most active underwater volcano near Oregon, shows signs of an imminent eruption around 2025 due to increased seismic activity, magma swelling, and ground uplift, providing valuable insights into submarine volcanism and its ecological impacts.

via The Daily Galaxy|

#axial-seamount #eruption-prediction #marine-geology

science8 months ago•3 min saved

Scientists Discover Thousands of Giant Living Eggs in Active Underwater Volcano

Scientists discovered thousands of live, giant eggs of the Pacific white skate at the summit of an active underwater volcano near Vancouver Island, revealing how volcanic heat creates a unique nursery environment that supports deep-sea species' survival and development.

via The Daily Galaxy|

#deep-sea-life #geothermal-ecosystem #giant-eggs

science10 months ago•3 min saved

Underwater Volcano Unveils Thousands of Giant Eggs, Shocking Marine Scientists

Scientists discovered thousands of giant eggs of the Pacific white skate near an active underwater volcano off Vancouver Island, revealing that volcanic heat creates vital nurseries for deep-sea species and highlighting the importance of protecting these unique ecosystems.

via Jason Deegan|

#deep-sea-discovery #marine-biology #marine-ecosystems

science10 months ago•4 min saved

Scientists Warn of Imminent Eruption of Massive Underwater Volcano

Scientists warn that the Axial Seamount off Oregon's coast is on the verge of erupting, with signs of increased pressure and seismic activity, but it poses no threat to humans due to its deep location. A live camera and monitoring systems have been set up to observe the eruption in real-time, which could release millions of tons of lava and produce significant seismic activity underwater.

via Daily Mail|

#axial-seamount #eruption-prediction #marine-monitoring