Oceans Review

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What is the temperature trend as you go deeper in the ocean?

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The water gets colder as you go deeper in the ocean.

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What is the salinity trend as you go deeper in the ocean?

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The salinity generally increases with depth, but it can vary.

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What is the continental shelf?

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The continental shelf is the shallow part of the ocean floor that extends from the shore.

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What is the abyssal plain?

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The abyssal plain is a flat land located on either side of the mid-ocean ridge.

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What is the mid-ocean ridge?

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The mid-ocean ridge is an underwater mountain range formed by plate tectonics.

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What is ocean water made of?

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Ocean water is a mix of gases, water, and dissolved solids.

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What is the continental slope?

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The continental slope is the steeply sloping area that leads from the continental shelf to the ocean floor.

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What are rift zones?

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Rift zones are areas where tectonic plates are moving apart, often found at mid-ocean ridges.

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What is the difference between ocean water and freshwater?

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Ocean water is salty, while freshwater has low salinity.

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What is the role of ocean currents?

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Ocean currents help distribute heat and nutrients throughout the ocean.