This BBC News article provides general information on microorganisms that have been found 4 miles beneath the sea floor. These organisms are thought to influence climate and global chemical cycles such as the carbon cycle. The article features photographs of the "worm tracks" thought to be made by these deep rock microorganisms.
This resource is referenced here:Subject:
Biology:Ecology:Habitats:Marine,
Benthic,
Within Rock,
Biology:Biogeochemistry,
Microbiology,
Geoscience:Atmospheric Science:Climatology
Resource Type:
Scientific Resources:Overview/Reference Work
Grade Level: Middle (6-8), High School (9-12), College Lower (13-14), College Upper (15-16), Graduate/Professional, General Public
Extreme Environments: High Pressure, Anoxic
Ocean Environments: Deep Sea Floor/Abyssal
Theme:
Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Ecology,
Biogeoscience,
Atmospheric Science,
Teach the Earth:Incorporating Societal Issues:Climate Change
