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Ocean terms and definitions
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An incline between the outer edge of the continental shelf and the deep ocean floor.
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The build up of sediments at the base of the continental slope.
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Long chains of mountains on the ocean floors. Along the ridges, lava erupts and forms new ocean floor.
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A measure of the amount of salt dissolved in the ocean water.
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The weather conditions prevailing in an area in general or over a long period.
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Technology that uses sound waves to measure distances from the ocean floor to the surface.
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A motorized vehicle designed to go into the depths of the ocean to explore new areas.
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Waves that are caused by an earthquake beneath the ocean floor.