The problem is that inactive fields are very hard to discover with existing technology, which means that only active black smokers are currently being explored. (sciencedaily.com)
The eruption of lava onto the sea floor and the creation of a new black smoker represents the start of a new phase in the life cycle of vent communities. (courseworld.com)
'» She chaired a committee convened by the International Seabed Authority to draw up recommendations for the mining of black smokers in international waters. (discovermagazine.com)