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Seamounts often project upwards into shallower zones more hospitable to sea life, providing Habitats for marine species that are not found on or around the surrounding deeper ocean bottom. In addition to simply providing physical presence in this zone, the seamount itself may deflect deep currents and create Upwelling . This process can bring nutrients into the photosynthetic zone, producing an area of Productivity in an otherwise desert-like open ocean. Seamounts may thus be vital stopping points for some migratory animals such as Whale s. Some recent research indicates whales may use such features as navigational aids. SEE ALSO REFERENCES
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