hadopelagic water
The term "hadopelagic water" refers to the water found in the hadal zone, the deepest part of the ocean, named after Hades, the Greek god of the underworld.
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Definition
C1Oceanography
(technical)Water located in the deepest part of the ocean, typically found in oceanic trenches, beyond 6,000 meters in depth.
Example
- The Mariana Trench contains hadopelagic water, which is subjected to extreme pressures.
C1Ecology
(technical)The ecological region of the ocean at depths greater than 6,000 meters, characterized by extreme pressure, low temperatures, and complete darkness.
Example
- Organisms in hadopelagic water have adapted to survive in harsh conditions.
Similar
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