Physalia Seamount
| Physalia Seamount | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
| Location | North Atlantic Ocean |
| Coordinates | 39°48′18.3″N 66°52′45.6″W / 39.805083°N 66.879333°WCoordinates: 39°48′18.3″N 66°52′45.6″W / 39.805083°N 66.879333°W |
| Geology | |
| Volcanic arc/chain | New England Seamount chain |
The Physalia Seamount is a seamount in the Atlantic Ocean. It is part of the New England Seamount chain, which was active more than 100 million years ago. It was formed when the North American Plate moved over the New England hotspot.[1]
References
- ↑ "Geological Origin of the New England Seamount Chain". National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. U.S. Department of Commerce. 2005. Retrieved 2007-09-16.