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pane00

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on: Jul 15, 2018
How are sound waves used to detail the shape of the seafloor?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Why are oceanic ridges elevated above the rest of the seafloor?
 
  What will be an ideal response?


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Reply #1 on: Jul 15, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: The sound wave is emitted and travels through the water. When it encounters an object, it is reflected back. The travel time of the sound wave is used to calculate depth.

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Answer: The basalt is new and warm, so it is less dense.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 15, 2018
:D TYSM

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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