white smoker
"White smokers" are underwater hydrothermal vents that release lighter-colored minerals and have lower temperature plumes compared to black smokers.
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Definition
C1Geology
(technical, scientific)An underwater vent that emits lighter-colored minerals, typically including barium, calcium, and silicon, often at lower temperatures.
Example
- Scientists discovered a white smoker emitting barium and calcium on the ocean floor.
- White smokers are known for their distinct lighter plumes and mineral compositions.
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