Estimation Accuracy and Classification of Polymetallic Nodule Resources Based on Classical Sampling Supported by Seafloor Photography (Pacific Ocean, Clarion-Clipperton Fracture Zone, IOM Area)

The amount and accuracy of nodule resources estimation in the Pacific Ocean are among the main factors conditioning the future exploitation. The estimates are based on the results of classical, direct seafloor sampling. Due to the large distance between sampling sites, the accuracy of assessing nodu...

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Main Authors: Jacek Mucha, Monika Wasilewska-Błaszczyk
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-03-01
Series:Minerals
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-163X/10/3/263