A team of scientists discovered an unusual rock structure about 60 kilometers off the island of Rarotonga, part of the Cook Islands in the South Pacific Ocean. The discovery happened by chance, when the research vessel M/V Anuanua Moana of Kiva Marine was forced to leave port to make way for another vessel. The scientists took the opportunity to explore the area and launched the ARTEX2025 research project, led by the Cook Islands Deep Sea Minerals Authority.
During their initial investigations, they discovered a chain of underwater volcanoes, some of which may still be active. Volcanic activity in this area began millions of years ago, when eruptions of magma on the ocean floor formed structures that in some cases can lead to the creation of volcanic islands, writes A2 CNN.
But what surprised the team the most was a new volcano, hidden beneath the water's surface. Around it, several other volcanoes were discovered, such as Tama, a very young volcano, and Pepe, a giant with a height of one kilometer.
The final results of the project are expected to be published soon, shedding more light on this mysterious region of Earth. (A2 Televizion)
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