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Fascinating, yet Terrifying: Deep-sea Discoveries to Know

The "Hot Tub of Despair" is a deadly pool of extremely salty water at the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico. The conditions are so toxic, only bacteria and a handful of animals can survive.

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    Hot Tub of Despair: The deadly ocean pool that traps and pickles creatures that fall in

    Hot Tub of Despair: The deadly ocean pool that traps and pickles creatures that fall in

    This stagnant brine pool at the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico is so toxic it kills and embalms any crabs and amphipods that are unlucky enough to …

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