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Mining on the seabed is becoming increasingly important, since most of the deposits on land have already been worked out. However, these activities can have serious environmental consequences that could lead to disaster for humanity. This was reported by MIR 24 with reference to argumenti.ru.
Scientists have already discovered toxic substances in bottom sediments that are used to obtain useful minerals.
Extraction of raw materials from the bottom of the seas can lead to the death of many species of underwater inhabitants and plants. Only those who can adapt to new conditions will be able to survive.
In 1989, scientists conducted an experiment in mining the seabed off the Peruvian coast. They plowed the bottom at a depth of about four kilometers. The ecosystem of this place could not recover even after 25 years. The plow marks are still visible.