Mini-sub dives in Lake Baikal

This year the expedition of Mir mini-submarines in Lake Baikal will monitor the condition of the lake’s ecosystem, and explore its flora and fauna, fissures releasing methane hydrates, and mud volcanoes. Researchers also plan to obtain exact data on tectonic processes under the lake.

This year the expedition of Mir mini-submarines in Lake Baikal will monitor the condition of the lake’s ecosystem, and explore its flora and fauna, fissures releasing methane hydrates, and mud volcanoes. Researchers also plan to obtain exact data on tectonic processes under the lake.