Ocean Reivew

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What is the Abyssal Plain?

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A flat, deep part of the ocean floor, usually found at depths of 3,000 to 6,000 meters.

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What is the Continental Shelf?

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The underwater land that slopes gently from the shore to the ocean floor.

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What is the Continental Slope?

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The steep slope between the continental shelf and the deep ocean floor.

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What is the Continental Rise?

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The area of the ocean floor that rises gently from the continental slope to the abyssal plain.

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Where do Dumbo octopuses live?

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They live in deep water, where they can survive under high pressures.

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What happens to warmer salt water compared to cooler salt water?

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Warmer salt water evaporates faster than cooler salt water.

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What causes erosion in oceans?

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Erosion from Earth's surfaces causes small pieces of rock and sand to enter the ocean water.

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What effect do waves have on ocean water?

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Waves mix ocean water and cause swells of water to rise.

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What is the definition of ocean currents?

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Ocean currents are large-scale movements of water within the oceans, driven by factors like wind, temperature, and salinity.

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What is the role of the ocean in climate regulation?

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The ocean absorbs carbon dioxide and helps regulate the Earth's climate by storing heat.