The Mariana Trench Review

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What is the Mariana Trench?

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The Mariana Trench is the deepest part of the world's oceans, located in the western Pacific Ocean.

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What happens at the bottom of the Mariana Trench?

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A heavy plate of rock is pressing into a lighter plate of rock, causing the heavy plate to move down.

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What does 'peak' mean in relation to mountains?

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The peak of a mountain is its top or highest point.

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Why do submarines use the Mariana Trench?

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It is more difficult for enemies to detect them there.

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What is an anglerfish?

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An anglerfish is a deep-sea fish known for its bioluminescent lure used to attract prey.

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What is the Challenger Deep?

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The Challenger Deep is the deepest known point in the Mariana Trench.

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What adaptations do deep-sea animals have?

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Some deep-sea animals have special skills, like bioluminescence, to help them survive in dark and high-pressure environments.

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What is the definition of 'summit'?

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The summit is the highest point of a mountain.

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How do scientists study the deep sea?

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Scientists use special instruments and submarines to explore and study deep-sea environments.

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What is the importance of the Mariana Trench in oceanography?

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The Mariana Trench helps scientists understand geological processes and the unique ecosystems of the deep sea.