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What are turbidity currents?
Turbidity currents are underwater flows of sediment-laden water that occur when sediment on the seafloor becomes disturbed, often due to earthquakes, underwater landslides, or other geological processes. These currents can travel along the ocean floor, transporting large amounts of sediment from continental shelves to deep-sea environments. They play a significant role in shaping underwater landscapes and can create features such as submarine canyons and fans. Turbidity currents are also important for the distribution of nutrients and minerals in marine ecosystems.
What is 1km and deeper in depth range and 3.5 in average temperature?
A depth of 1 kilometer (1,000 meters) typically refers to the upper layers of the ocean or certain geological formations, such as sediment layers. At this depth, the average temperature is around 3.5 degrees Celsius, which is common in deep ocean environments where sunlight does not penetrate. This temperature is relatively stable, as deep ocean waters are insulated from the warmer surface waters. Thus, the combination of depth and temperature reflects the characteristics of deep-sea ecosystems.
What is the total water pressure on a 600 cubic foot cylindrical vessel at 100 feet of depth in the ocean?
The water pressure depends only on the depth, not on the size or shape of the vessel. The pressure increases at about 1 atmosphere (or bar) every 10 meters.
How much is in a 3500 meter deep?
A depth of 3,500 meters is equivalent to 3.5 kilometers. In terms of ocean depth, this is significantly deeper than many parts of the ocean, placing it in the bathypelagic zone, where light penetration is minimal and pressure is extremely high. This depth can be found in various oceanic trenches and is home to unique ecosystems and organisms adapted to such extreme conditions.
What is the importance of the continental slope?
The continental slope is crucial for several reasons. It serves as a transitional zone between the shallow waters of the continental shelf and the deep ocean, playing a key role in marine ecosystems and biodiversity. Additionally, it is rich in resources such as oil, gas, and minerals, making it significant for economic activities like fishing and energy exploration. Furthermore, the slope influences ocean currents and sediment transport, impacting climate and marine life.
How much is ocean or salt water?
There are a number of variables which will determine the exact weight. It is generally accepted that the weight is 64lbs per cubic foot
Do bacteria live in all parts of the Earth?
Yes; and a recent study has showed that "when you go Anywhere within the Ocean bottom and you obtain a 'one cubic meter' sample;" you are actually obtaining a full one cubic meter of Bacteria.
When sediment sinks into the ocean floor it is called?
When sediment sinks into the ocean floor, it is called sedimentation. Over time, layers of sediment build up and compress to form sedimentary rocks.
How does sediment that is closer to a mid ocean ridge compare to sediment that is farther away?
it is older
What type of sediment represents a relatively small portion of the overall sediment in the ocean?
hydrogenous
As rivers flow into the ocean and deposit thick layers of sediment on the ocean floor what will the crust under the sediment do?
the crust will cool to form metamorphic rock
How does sediment that is closer to a mid ocean ridge compare to sediment that is father away?
It's thinner
Where on the ocean floor is sediment the thickest?
the thickest accumulation of sediment on the ocean floor is at the CONTINENTAL SLOPES AND RISES. :)
What is a narrow column of sediment found in the ocean?
United
What is an ocean floor sediment?
broken up rocks
What is the triangular or fan shaped deposit of sediment that forms where a river empties into an ocean or lake?
silt This trianguar deposit of sediment where a river empties into an ocean is called a delta.
What happens to the sediment that is carried by water?
Sediment carried by water can be deposited along riverbanks, in lakes, or the ocean, forming sediment layers. It can also be transported over long distances and eventually settle at the ocean floor. Sediment can impact aquatic ecosystems, increase turbidity, and contribute to erosion.
