The Origin of Submarine Canyons Is Not Well Understood, but Most

question 45

Multiple Choice

The origin of submarine canyons is not well understood, but most likely

• A) is erosional, started by streams during periods when the sea level was lower.
• B) is tectonic, and represents down-folds of rock within the continental shelf.
• C) is organic, resulting from the activities of burrowing organisms.
• D) is glacial, the work of glaciers depositing rock debris on the shelf.

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