Tuesday, January 12, 2010

10 Deep-sea Secrets Revealed

The oceans cover more than 70 percent of the earth's surface, yet their depths remain largely unknown. It's a frontier that scientists are racing to explore using tools such as the deep-ocean submersible Alvin, shown here. Check out the link below to see some of the amazing creatures of the deep.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/27808563/ns/technology_and_science?pg=1#Tech_10SecretsoftheOcean

Half-plant, Half-animal Discovered

This green slug, which is part animal and part plant, produces its own chlorophyll and so can carry out photosynthesis, turning sunlight into energy, scientists have found. Read more at the link below.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/34824610/ns/technology_and_science-science/?GT1=43001