Creatures of the thermal vents

Article Abstract:

Hydrothermal vents serve as the home of several organisms despite their toxicity, high temperature, high pressure and darkness. Vent-living creatures include giant tube worms, Jericho worms, mussels, limpets, shrimps, galatheids, clams and crabs.

Evaluation, Natural history, Hydrothermal vent ecology, Hydrothermal vent ecosystems, Hydrothermal vents

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The forecast for wind power

Article Abstract:

Wind power failed to catch on as an energy source because previous designs could not provide cost-effective power. However, a new generation of turbines promise to make wind power a viable alternative.

Innovations, Wind power

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Imperiled species

Article Abstract:

There are more than 200,000 species of plants, animals and microbes in the US. As many of one-third of these are in danger of extinction, with more than 500 species having already died out.

Reports, Endangered species, Biological diversity, Biodiversity

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