Deep-ocean impact of the Deepwater Horizon explosion revealed
Monday, March 26, 2012 - 20:30
in Earth & Climate
Scientists have discovered compelling evidence of the impact of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill on deep-sea corals. The researchers used a wide range of underwater vehicles, including the research submarine Alvin, as well as comprehensive chemical-analysis techniques to determine precisely the source of the petroleum hydrocarbons they found on the corals.