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An enigmatic discovery, at a depth of 3,000 meters, was made off the coast of Alaska, by an exploration robot which captured an image that challenges scientists. That of a shape resembling a golden egg.
A mystery, 3,000 meters below the surface of the sea. A golden globe, with a silky appearance, immediately aroused the astonishment of scientists. They operate an explorer robot from a ship on the surface, and immediately find themselves confronted with the limit of their knowledge. “I just hope something doesn’t come out of it all of a sudden. It would be a good start to a horror movie.”jokes Sam Candio, leader of the exploration mission.
The abyss still has a lot of secrets to reveal
Decision is made to approach despite everything, and to touch it. Sponge, coral, egg of an unknown species, the avenues and fantasies are numerous. Only one certainty: it is indeed a species of biological origin. For experts, the discovery is not so surprising, the abyss still has a lot of secrets to reveal. Even if explorations are expensive, the abyss is not only a source of wonder, experts point out. They also undoubtedly contain resources capable of advancing our knowledge of energy and medicine.