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New Methane Seeps Discovered in Antarctica's Ross Sea
10/11/2025
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- Scientists have discovered over 40 new methane seeps in the Ross Sea, Antarctica.
- Methane is a potent greenhouse gas that can escape through seabed cracks, potentially worsening climate change predictions.
- The research team, led by marine scientists, used various methods to locate the seeps.
- Researchers plan to return to Antarctica for further analysis to understand the environmental and climate implications.
