Articles related to "Ocean Floor"

The Hopewell Rocks, also known as the Flowerpot Rocks, are accessible at low tide only. Walk on the ocean floor in New Brunswick, admiring these Bay of Fundy formations.

Paleontologists, climatologists, and geologists work to piece together the fragments of the world's climate history by drilling for ancient fossils.

What are sand dollars? Children who find them buried in beach sand often think that they may be mermaids' money washed up from the ocean.

Interesting facts about Iceland have emerged from the country's steamy heart and cool exterior.

On Hawaii's Big Island, 140 miles of hiking trails wind through an alien landscape of lava fields, craters, cinder cones and steam vents in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Studies of the California Current have recorded an increase in the occurrence of dead zones, free of oxygen off the coasts of Washington and Oregon.

An early morning offshore earthquake on September 29, 2009 in the Samoa Islands caused a tsunami that brought death and destruction to American Samoa, Samoa and Tonga.

The Not Since Moses race is an exciting event, a run that encircles the islands at Five Islands Provincial Park each year, when conditions are just right.

Stingrays are docile creatures, mostly hiding in the sand or gliding through the ocean waters like birds in flight. Sharing the ocean with them means knowing the dangers.

Efforts are underway to sink a retired battleship in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. But do such artificial reefs really help the environment?

Crabbing or crab fishing is a unique sport involving the use of either crab pot or ring.

The Boxing Day or Asian Tsunami on December 26 2004 affected Indonesia in the east to Africa in the west.

A strong earthquake on September 2, 2009 struck west Java, Indonesia. Effects were felt in Jakarta and Bali. A tsunami warning was issued but canceled an hour later.

Mars has some of the largest known geologic features in the solar system because Martian tectonic and geologic processes are different than plate tectonics on Earth.

Among indigenous tribes there are two predominant mythologies with respect to a central creator spirit.

Many types of seafood are now on the endangered species act due to overfishing. Buying with a sustainable seafood guide will protect and preserve these fish.

Anchorage Alaska suffered the worst damage and it generated a tsunami reaching Hawaii and the Pacific Coast of North America.

The final resting place of the World War II submarine, USS Grunion, is found 64 years after its mysterious loss by the three sons of the submarine commander.

Phantom HD2 underwater robot services the waters of Central California and protects wildlife by removing fishing nets, trash and debris from unreachable depths.

A group of research organizations have joined forces to produce an overview for marine areas of special interest. Information is presented on Google Earth and the web.

One of the industries top bands, Grammy winners Audio Adrenaline, will add a final chapter to its substantial career with "Adios: The Greatest Hits," releasing Aug. 1.

Krill lock up a lot of carbon dioxide, but are themselves suffering from the effects of global warming.

Arctic Ocean mapping effort conducted by UNH and NOAA could have major implications for natural resource development beyond the 200 mile limit and northern sovereignty

Oceanic and coastal marine species live around a mountaintop 25 metres below the surface of the sea.

This article discusses the negative effects of carbon sequestration and why it's not a perfect solution to excessive carbon gas emission problems.

William Trubridge travelled halfway across the world from New Zealand to The Bahamas to become the world record holder in free diving. He's the world record holder for C

Integrated gas hydrate research and exploration efforts by the United States and India delineate potential reserves that out match known world deposits of natural gas.

Extremophiles come in many different types, preferring widely varied conditions. Often existence in extreme environments requires extreme life adaptations.

The summer of 2009 welcomes home beluga whales, sea lions, dolphins and sea otters to the world's largest indoor aquarium, Shedd Aquarium in Chicago.

Bored with snorkeling but not yet ready for scuba? Snuba may just be for you.

The highest peak in Spain is not in the Pyrenees, but on Tenerife, in the Canary Islands. Teide National Park was recently named a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Archaeology is more than Egypt and Machu Pichu. There are numerous types of archaeological specialties that will put scientist under ground, under water and under pressur

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is wrapping up the design of a new submersible that will replace the venerable ALVIN.

A series of volcanic explosions sunk two-thirds of the island of Krakatoa. Giant tsunamis and toxic gases brought mass death and destruction to Indonesia.

Created in 1941, Plastic Man has always been under appreciated. He has only appeared on television a handful of times, but he does keep popping up regularly.

Sydney is the state capital of New South Wales. More people live here than anywhere else in Australia so find out more about this iconic city.

Found along the coastlines of the North Atlantic and Pacific oceans, dulse (which rhymes with pulse) is an edible seaweed rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber and protein.

The Earth Diver creation story tells of animals who brought land to the ancient world

Easter Island, aka Rapa Nui, may be a part of Chile, however, its stone statues, history, and culture have made it one of the most unique places in the world.

This thought-provoking film delves into the nature, technology, and humanity thriving in a small community at the end of the world.

Minerals evolved along with the solar system and more so on Earth due to the presence of life, which helps scientists in the search for extraterrestrial life.

An Aggressive Seasoning of Fennel and Peppercorns Compliments Halibut and a Spanish Themed Vinaigrette

Some ocean plants, such as phytoplankton, actually thrive from the effects of a hurricane; these tiny ocean plants are of great importance to the Earth's oceans.

Iberostar's lone Cuban resort has everything one can expect of a four-star hotel, and often at three-star prices.

Although the epicentre of the earthquake was in the Pacific Ocean, severe structural damage was done to all cities and towns in Central Mexico.

Looking for the spectacular and unique? Four hundred million year old mountains, the highest tides on the planet and rare white sand dunes await you in New Brunswick.

With only 110 Maui's dolphins remaining in the wild, supporters fear they will soon vanish altogether. Learn about this unique marine mammal and what you can do to help

This lesson will teach your children about some of the different animals found in the ocean. They will learn cool facts, along with plenty of fun activities.

Swim with sea lions and sharks, or go helmet diving and snorkeling at Coral World Ocean Park in St. Thomas.

Oceanographers study many aspects of the sea and there are many careers in the field.