Ocean Floor Features

What is the Continental Slope?

• The flat area of the ocean floor that extends from the shoreline to the continental shelf.

• The steep slope that leads from the continental shelf down to the ocean floor.

• The shallow region of the ocean where sunlight penetrates and supports marine life.

• The area where oceanic plates converge and create underwater mountains.

How do ocean floor features impact ocean currents?

• They can influence the flow and direction of ocean currents.

• They have no effect on ocean currents.

• They only affect surface currents, not deep currents.

• They create waves that disrupt ocean currents.

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What is the Continental Rise?

• The area at the base of the continental slope where the ocean floor begins to rise again.

• A steep underwater cliff that marks the edge of the continental shelf.

• The flat, submerged area of the ocean floor that extends from the shore to the continental slope.

• A region of the ocean characterized by deep trenches and volcanic activity.

What is the difference between the Continental Shelf and the Abyssal Plain?

• The Continental Shelf is deep and far from land, while the Abyssal Plain is shallow and near land.

• The Continental Shelf is shallow and near land, while the Abyssal Plain is deep and far from land.

• The Continental Shelf is located in the polar regions, while the Abyssal Plain is found in tropical regions.

• The Continental Shelf is a flat area of land, while the Abyssal Plain is a mountainous region.

What does the ocean floor model show?

• The ocean floor has different parts and different depths.

• The ocean floor is completely flat and uniform.

• The ocean floor is only made up of sand.

• The ocean floor is devoid of any life forms.

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What features can be found on the ocean floor?

• Abyssal plains, trenches, continental shelves, continental slopes, and continental rises.

• Mountain ranges and volcanoes on land.

• Deserts and grasslands.

• Rivers and lakes.

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What is the significance of the Continental Shelf?

• It is rich in nutrients and supports a diverse range of marine life.

• It is a major shipping route for international trade.

• It is the deepest part of the ocean.

• It is primarily composed of sand and gravel.

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How does the ocean floor affect marine life?

• It provides a uniform habitat for all marine organisms.

• Different features provide various habitats and resources for marine organisms.

• The ocean floor has no impact on marine life.

• It only affects the temperature of the water.

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What is the relationship between ocean floor features and tectonic activity?

• Many features like trenches and ridges are formed by tectonic plate movements.

• Ocean floor features are completely unrelated to tectonic activity.

• Ocean floor features are only formed by erosion and sedimentation.

• Tectonic activity only affects the surface of the Earth, not the ocean floor.

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Why are Trenches important?

• They are the deepest parts of the ocean and are important for studying oceanic processes.

• They are shallow areas that support coral reefs.

• They are regions where freshwater meets saltwater.

• They are locations for underwater mining activities.

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