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This animation demonstrates the types of sounds that are presently being recorded on the Marianas Hydrophone Array. It also depicts how the sound travels through the SOFAR channel to the array. Video courtesy of Submarine Ring of Fire 2003 Exploration, NOAA Vents Program.

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