Even though it is hard to imagine looking at this image, the sulfur dip caused no damage.

Even though it is hard to imagine by just looking at this image, the sulfur "dip" caused no damage to either the remotely operated vehicle or to the vent fluid sampling system that was attached to it. Image courtesy of Submarine Ring of Fire 2006 Exploration, NOAA Vents Program

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Submarine Ring of Fire 2006

Submarine Ring of Fire 2006: May 12 Log

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