Mariana Trench Comprehension

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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 is water pressure?

Back

Water pressure is the force exerted by water on an object, which increases with depth.

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What does bioluminescence mean?

Back

Bioluminescence is the production of light by living organisms, often seen in deep-sea creatures.

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CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

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What is the Challenger Deep?

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The Challenger Deep is the deepest point in the Mariana Trench, reaching about 36,000 feet below sea level.

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How does water pressure at the bottom of the Mariana Trench compare to sea level?

Back

Water pressure at the bottom of the Mariana Trench is over 1,000 times greater than at sea level.

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What is the significance of the peak of Mount Everest in relation to the Mariana Trench?

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If Mount Everest were placed in the Challenger Deep, its peak would still be underwater.

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What type of organisms can be found in the Mariana Trench?

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The trench is home to unique organisms, including certain types of fish, crustaceans, and microorganisms.

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What is the main purpose of the graphic resource on page 30?

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It helps the reader understand the different depth levels where events occurred in the Mariana Trench.

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

Front

What does the term 'compare and contrast' mean in text structure?

Back

Compare and contrast is a text structure that discusses similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

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What is the role of deep-sea exploration?

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Deep-sea exploration helps scientists learn about marine life, underwater geology, and the effects of human activity on the ocean.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2