The Few Things We Know About The Bottom Of The Ocean

Oceans make up most of Earth's surface, and yet they remain one of the least explored areas. More than 80% is unknown to us, but it isn't from a lack of desire — instead, it's because the deepest parts of the ocean are largely inaccessible to us. But that's changing, and we're learning more everyday. The earth's oceans are mysterious places where creatures have been forced to adapt to extreme environments. Think there's not too much of interest down in the depths? Think again. From ecosystems built on corpses to scores of life forms that never see the light, it's a weird place. Here are the few things we know about the bottom of the ocean.