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Ocean terms and definitions
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An underwater mountain
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The shallow zone of water along the edge of the continents. This where you will find most coral reefs.
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Land under the ocean.
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Caused by wind and ocean currents.
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The movement of water and air caused by rotation of the earth.
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A smooth, nearly flat region of the deep ocean floor that is covered with thick layers of mud
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The coming in and going out of the ocean waters every 12 hours. Caused by the gravitational pull of the moon on the Earth.
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A large stream of moving water that flows through the oceans. Currents carry water from one place to another.