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TVarnum

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Sediments on the deep-ocean floor are able to give information on the age and history of the
  surrounding continents and even the biological productivity of the water itself. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.



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Active margins tend to be narrow in comparison to broad passive margins. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: T
There is a huge amount of knowledge that can be determined by looking at ocean sediments.
Information can be found in the section The Topography of Deep-Ocean Basins Differs from That of
the Continental Margins



Answer to Question 2

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In general, active margins tend to be narrow and passive margins tend to be broad. There are areas,
however, where other marine processes, like ocean currents, can affect the margin. Information can be
found in the section Continental Margins May Be Active or Passive.





TVarnum

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Reply 2 on: Aug 22, 2018
:D TYSM


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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