Two rock samples – likely manganese coated basalt – were collected during today’s dive. Both specimens will be sent to Oregon State University’s Marine Geology Repository where they will be described and made publicly accessible.
Dive 01: East Necker Seamount (Keoea Seamount)
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Two rock samples – likely manganese coated basalt – were collected during today’s dive. Both specimens will be sent to Oregon State University’s Marine Geology Repository where they will be described and made publicly accessible.

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