Ask A Scientist General Science Archive

Author:     joel harris
Text:       I heard that one of the explanations of the disappearances around 
the Bermuda Triangle was that there are vast reserves of petroleum gas 
underneath the sea floor.  When some escapes, it creates an underwater rock 
slide, and the gas bubbling up lowers the specific gravity of the water, 
causing anything on the surface to sink as though it were falling through the 
air.  Does this theory have any real scientific bearing?

Response #:  1 of 1
Author:      Robert Topper
Text:        I believe that is just another "plausible explanation."  The 
information on the Bermuda Triangle is pretty sketchy on this topic, it is 
wise to be skeptical and consider the source.

Response #:  3 of 3
Author:      Mark Fernau 
Subject:     Coldest Temperature?
Text:        Bingo.  Continent not ocean, elevation of 3 km vs. sea level, and 
possibly less wind as well.