24 Ocean Topography, Currents, Waves Review

Front

The large, flat part of the ocean floor is called the _____________.

Back

abyssal plain

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

Front

What happens to the ocean as depth increases?

Back

Temperature decreases, salinity increases.

Front

Regular movements of water far below the ocean's surface are called _____________.

Back

Deep Currents

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What is salinity?

Back

The amount of salt dissolved in a liquid.

Front

What letter symbolizes a rift valley?

Back

D

Front

What is the continental shelf?

Back

The underwater landmass extending from a continent, which is relatively shallow.

Front

What are surface currents?

Back

Water movements that occur at the surface of the ocean, driven by wind.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What is the continental slope?

Back

The steep descent from the continental shelf to the ocean floor.

Front

What are ocean trenches?

Back

Deep, narrow depressions in the ocean floor, often associated with subduction zones.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

Front

What is the relationship between temperature and depth in the ocean?

Back

Generally, temperature decreases as depth increases.