Presently, It Is Thought That Organic Polymers May Have Formed

question 14

Multiple Choice

Presently, it is thought that organic polymers may have formed and accumulated on:

• A) silt and sand.
• B) sand and mud.
• C) rocks and clay.
• D) water and shells.
• E) sand and heavy metals.

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Definitions:

Reef

A structure formed in shallow waters by the growth and deposit of marine organisms such as corals and calcareous algae, providing diverse habitats for marine life.

Transform Fault

A type of fault where two tectonic plates slide past each other horizontally, often causing earthquakes.

Transform Fault

A type of fault where two tectonic plates slide horizontally past each other, typically associated with seismic activity.

Mid-ocean Ridge

An underwater mountain range, formed by plate tectonics, where new oceanic crust is created by volcanic activity.