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There is hardly any oxygen available at low depths, thus making oxygen a survival challenge in the deep.

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Human survival in the deep ocean?

Scientists have not been able to find a way to survive in the deep ocean with out a aqua lung and submersibles. So its scientifically impossible


The deep waters of the ocean are?

poor in oxygen and rich in carbon dioxide


How does oxygen get to deep ocean bottoms?

Oxygen reaches deep ocean bottoms primarily through a process called thermohaline circulation, where surface waters cool, become denser, and sink. Additionally, oxygen enters the deep ocean through wind-driven mixing and the sinking of oxygen-rich water masses from polar regions. Some oxygen is also supplied by the decay of organic matter that sinks from the surface, which can lead to localized areas of low oxygen in the deep sea. Overall, these processes ensure that oxygen is distributed throughout the ocean's depths, although levels can vary significantly.


Why is oxygen high at the surface and the deep parts of the ocean but not in the mid-water region?

Because it is.


What does it mean if an organism is anaerobic and how does this impact its survival and metabolism?

An organism that is anaerobic does not require oxygen to survive. Instead, it uses other molecules, such as nitrate or sulfate, for energy production. This impacts its survival and metabolism by limiting the amount of energy it can produce compared to aerobic organisms. Anaerobic organisms are typically found in environments with low oxygen levels, such as deep ocean sediments or the human gut.


To get to the bottom of theIndian ocean what do you have to take a oxygen tank or bathysphere?

A Bathysphere, you would implode that deep with just an oxygen tank. But good luck;)


What regions would you expect to find the largest amounts of dissolved oxygen in the ocean floor?

in the deep oceon floor


Why is the ocean deep?

the ocean is deep because that is the shape of the earth and although we are not sure how deep the ocean is we do know that there is life in the deep. the ocean has made itself deep but there is really no cause that is known.


Where is the most anaerobic zone in the ocean?

The most anaerobic zone in the ocean is found in the waters near the seafloor in regions known as oxygen minimum zones (OMZs). These areas have very low levels of dissolved oxygen, making them suitable habitats for anaerobic organisms. OMZs are often located in deep ocean basins or along coastlines where oxygen supply is limited.


What ocean is famed for its deep?

The Pacific Ocean has the deepest point in the Challanger Deep.


What is a deep current-?

Deep current is a movement of the ocean water. The ocean waters current is continuous.


What are the deep sea dragonfish's adaptations for survival?

Deep sea dragonfish possess several adaptations for survival in the harsh conditions of the deep ocean. They have bioluminescent organs that allow them to produce light, which helps them attract prey and communicate with others. Their large mouths and sharp teeth enable them to catch and consume prey that is often larger than themselves. Additionally, their ability to detect changes in light and movement helps them navigate and hunt in the dark depths of the ocean.