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450 C is over 800 F



The world's deepest known volcanic vents are also the hottest, a UK-led expedition has indicated.



The seafloor vents are located 5km below the surface of the Caribbean, in the Cayman Trough.



The researchers say the structures are shooting jets of mineral-rich water more than a kilometre into the ocean above.



The vents' features suggest the water is warmer than 450C - hot enough to melt lead.
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http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-16493787
 
Toasty. And as always, teeming with life.

Can't say I'd very much like to live there myself...
 
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