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“Before the discovery of these [underwater] vents, all life on Earth, the key to life on Earth, was believed to be the sun and photosynthesis. But down there, there is no sun, there is no photosynthesis; it's chemosynthetic environment down there driving it, and it's all so ephemeral.”

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Mike deGruy
Mike deGruy

Mike deGruy was an American film producer known for his contributions to the field of nature documentaries. His works delved into marine ecology and the relationship between humans and nature, winning over audiences with their depth and passion. more

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