Geology, sulfide geochemistry and supercritical venting at the Beebe Hydrothermal Vent Field, Cayman Trough
The Beebe Vent Field (BVF) is the world's deepest known hydrothermal system, at 4960m below sea level. Located on the Mid-Cayman Spreading Centre, Caribbean, the BVF hosts high temperature (?401°C) 'black smoker' vents that build Cu, Zn and Au-rich sulphide mounds and chimneys. The BV...
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