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The book includes a synthesis of research findings on the structure and evolution of the Central Indian Ocean Basin and its ferromanganese deposits, in particular, on the exploration campaign since 1980s. A comprehensive mixture of recent studies along with classical theories starting from the 1960s is the hallmark of the book. Recent concepts and hypotheses, and also critical appreciation of the state-of-the-art knowledge on nodule formation and resource management are incorporated. After limiting the geographical extension of the nodule field and describing its physiographic, geologi

Manganese nodules --- Geology --- Marine mineral resources --- Mineral resources, Marine --- Ocean mineral resources --- Marine resources --- Mines and mineral resources --- Mineral resources in submerged lands --- Deep-sea manganese nodules --- Manganese ores --- Marine sediments