Element cycling and microbial life in the hadal realm
Ronnie N. Glud, Clemens Schauberger
Abstract
Hadal trenches represent the deepest oceanic realm and were once considered to be deprived of life. However, trenches act as important depocenters for organic matter with highly elevated microbial activity. In this forum, we discuss the biogeochemistry of the hadal realm and its microbial communities thriving at extreme hydrostatic pressure.
Topics & Concepts
RealmHydrostatic pressureBiologyBiogeochemistryThrivingEcologyBiogeochemical cycleCyclingArchaeologyGeographySocial scienceSociologyThermodynamicsPhysicsIsotope Analysis in EcologyGeochemistry and Elemental AnalysisGeology and Paleoclimatology Research