Ring of Fire 2006 Expedition. Diving at NW Rota-1 Brimstone Pit. Small globules of sulfur cooling from hydrothermal fluids and settling to the seafloor. Reminiscent of a view of suns and galaxies far away.

Image ID: expl1318, Voyage To Inner Space - Exploring the Seas With NOAA Collect
Location: Pacific Ocean, Mariana Arc area
Photo Date: 2006 April 27 012811
Credit: Image courtesy of Submarine Ring of Fire 2006 Exploration, NOAA Vents Program

Category: Ocean exploration/

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