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        <news:name>Science and Exploration</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-08-27T15:45:40.245Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>What Are Deep-Sea Chemosynthetic Ecosystems and Why Do They Matter?</news:title>
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      <image:caption>A vibrant deep-sea hydrothermal vent ecosystem teeming with life, showcasing tube worms and bioluminescent organisms near superheated plumes.</image:caption>
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