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jeatrice

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The sediments that occur on the slope, rise, and deep ocean floor and originate in the ocean are called:a.
   neritic sediments
  b. pelagic sediments
  c. terrigenous sediments
  d. well-sorted sediments



Question 2

What statement is true of biogenous and terrigenous sediments?
  a. Biogenous sediments comprise a larger area than terrigenous sediments.
  b. Biogenous sediments cover more volume than terrigenous sediments.
  c. Terrigenous sediments make up a larger area than biogenous sediments.
  d. Terrigenous and biogenous sediments are equal in area and volume.




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mrphibs

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Pelagic sediments are considered to be those present on the continental slope, rise, and deep ocean
floors. These sediments tend to be finer than those found on the continental shelf and include more
biogenous sediments. Information can be found in the section Sediments May be Classified by Source.



Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Although biogenous sediments cover a larger area, terrigenous sediments have a greater volume.
Terrigenous sediments are considered to be the most abundant. Information can be found in the section
Sediments May be Classified by Source.






 

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