Dark Oxygen: A Deep Sea Thesis

In This podcast we discusses a scientific discovery of unexpectedly high oxygen levels in the deep sea of the Clarion-Clipperton Zone. This "dark oxygen" is attributed to abiotic production from polymetallic nodules, which generate electricity through a process similar to electrolysis, challenging the traditional understanding of oxygen generation and its impact on deep-sea life. The video also explores the implications of this discovery for the search for extraterrestrial life, suggesting that oxygen-rich environments might exist on planets without surface oceans or sunlight. Furthermore, it highlights the threat of deep-sea mining and plastic pollution, arguing that human negligence is jeopardizing the delicate marine ecosystems and even human health.