Hydrothermal vents, methane seeps play enormous role in marine life, global climate. Once thought to be geologic and biological oddities these vents are now emerging as a major force in ocean ecosystems.

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Hydrothermal vents, methane seeps play enormous role in marine life, global climate. Once thought to be geologic and biological oddities these vents are now emerging as a major force in ocean ecosystems.