This Gravitational and Space Biology Bulletin article examines the challenges of living on or near a hydrothermal vent or hydrothermal seep system. It particularly In particular, it describes the diversity and adaptations of multicellular animals that are capable of surviving extreme temperature (hot and cold), hypoxia/anoxia (low/no oxygen), and toxicity (sulfides and heavy metals).
This resource is referenced here:Subject:
Biology:Ecology:Symbiotic Relations,
Symbiotic Relations:Mutualism,
Biology:Ecology:Metabolism,
Habitats:Marine,
Benthic,
Biology:Diversity,
Microbiology
Resource Type:
Scientific Resources:Overview/Reference Work
Grade Level: High School (9-12), College Lower (13-14), College Upper (15-16), Graduate/Professional
Extreme Environments: Extremely Cold, Extremely Hot, High Pressure, Anoxic
Ocean Environments:
Deep Sea Floor/Abyssal:Hydrothermal Systems
Theme:
Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Ecology
Keywords: polychaetes, Alvinella pomejana, Alvinella caudata, Paralvinella sulfincola, Riftia
