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Scientists first landed on an unusual island that arose in 2015 year in the South Pacific due to volcanic eruptions. Typically, such land areas “live” no longer than three months, however, this case was an exception. Grown out of the sea The island is actively inhabited by plants and birds.
Researchers have already run into the first riddle, finding here strange clay mass, composition and origin of which it is not yet possible to determine. On satellite images, this unusual the dirt looks like a light substance. Atypical are her smell and consistency. It was initially thought to be diluted water volcanic ash, but after analysis this the theory had to be swept away.
According to scientists, the Pacific island will exist for about three decades, for which he will be able to thoroughly study. Researchers plan to find out where the mysterious comes from. substance and how it affects local flora and fauna. Suddenly it this mud made the newly formed land area attractive for life?
Island Plants
