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Ocean wonders and the new arguments against deep-sea mining; biophotons emitted from living things; drumming chimps and the origin of religion

The world, the universe and us

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Deep-Sea Mining Dilemmas

This chapter explores the complexities of deep-sea mining in the Clarion-Clipperton zone and its implications for ecosystems and resource management. It examines the debate over extracting metallic nodules for battery materials, weighing the environmental impacts against terrestrial mining practices. The discussion highlights the urgency of understanding marine biodiversity and calls for caution in making mining decisions.

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