Deepsea mining in Namibia

High school (ages 12+)
Environment & Earth

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/deepsea-mining-in-namibia

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1. Where is Deepsea mining in Namibia?Southwestern coast of Africa, bordering the Atlantic Ocean
2. How big is Deepsea mining in Namibia?825,615 square kilometers
3. What is the capital of Deepsea mining in Namibia?Windhoek
4. What language do people speak in Deepsea mining in Namibia?English
5. What is the key mineral deposits?Polymetallic nodules rich in nickel, copper, cobalt, and manganese
6. What is the governing body for international seabed?International Seabed Authority (ISA)

Abyssal plains: Vast, flat, sediment-covered areas of the deep ocean floor, typically found at depths of 3,000 to 6,000 meters.
Polymetallic nodules: Spherical or potato-shaped concretions found on the seafloor, containing commercially valuable concentrations of metals.
Sediment plumes: Suspensions of fine particles in the water column, generated by seabed disturbance, which can impact marine ecosystems.
Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ): A maritime zone extending up to 200 nautical miles from a country's coastline, where it has sovereign rights over natural resources.