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Asphalt Volcanism A newfound form of volcano spews natural tar on the deep seafloor.

The Comeback of Noah's Flood The Flood has returned as a scientific subject.

The Deep Lake Drilling Project A portable ship brings seafloor coring ashore.

The Gulf of Alaska Coast Tour the waters and ranges of this remote place.

Killer Waves Call them tsunamis or tidal waves, just watch out for them.

The Lost City Seafloor Vents Newfound "white smokers" shed light on a major Earth process.

Missing Links in the Deep Dead whales are bonanzas to deep seafloor life.

A Modest Proposal Let's dam the Mediterranean to stave off an ice age.

A Research Cruise in Alaska Photos and notes from a memorable time in the Gulf of Alaska.

A Song in Sand The tombolo: not a dance step but a lyrical beach landform.

A Strange(love) Journey Strangelove oceans are nasty whatever they are.

The Water Geo-Quiz Pit your wits against these twelve tough puzzlers.

Wiring the Seafloor The latest thing in the deep sea is Web-enabled sensor networks.

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