The Deep
Synopsis
More people have traveled to the Moon than have ventured to the deep ocean, which remains one of the last unexplored frontiers on Earth.
Synopsis
Beneath the ocean’s surface lies the continental shelf, which stretches an average of 50 miles out to sea. The film details its geological features, including massive ravines like Monterey Canyon. It transitions from the shallows to the depths, reaching more than 7 miles below sea level. The narrative considers the ocean’s impact on land, with scientists warning of the potential for mega quakes and resulting tsunamis on the U.S. coast. Only 10% of the ocean’s depths have been explored.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the ocean's depths that few have ever seen.
- Find out about the intense pressures at 4,000 to 5,000 lb per square inch.
- Meet the bizarre creatures waiting to be discovered in the deep.
- Learn about the potential for devastating mega quakes.
Did You Know
- The ocean covers nearly 2/3 of the Earth's surface.
- There are 100,000 volcanoes called sea mounts in the ocean.
- The ocean floor has 22 deep ocean trenches, some deeper than Mount Everest.
- More people have traveled to the Moon than to the deep ocean.
- The next big quake could happen in the next 300 years or even tomorrow.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage of the ocean's depths have scientists explored?
Scientists have explored just 10% of the ocean's depths.
How deep is the ocean's greatest depth?
The ocean's greatest depth is 7 miles below the surface.
What is the average depth of the continental shelf?
The continental shelf lies on average just 440 feet below the surface.
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