Valleys That Lead from the Continental Shelf into Deeper Waters

question 71

Multiple Choice

Valleys that lead from the continental shelf into deeper waters are known as _______ .

• A) accretionary wedges
• B) deep sea fans
• C) continental slopes
• D) submarine canyons

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