Seabed environment in the South China Sea affected by mining activities

South China Sea Mining Trial Changes Seabed Microbial Processes

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A mining test conducted at approximately 1,300 meters depth in the South China Sea has been found to alter microbial processes and nutrient distribution near the seabed. This finding highlights the environmental impact of deep-sea mining activities on marine ecosystems.

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