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The U.S. takes a step towards allowing mining on the ocean floor, a fragile ecosystem

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President Trump signed an order Thursday aimed at making it easier for companies to mine the ocean floor. Scientists and environmental groups say it could harm a fragile ecosystem.

(Image credit: NOAA Office of Ocean Exploration and Research)

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