Which of the Following Is Not an Important Control on Oceanic

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an important control on oceanic sediment accumulation?

• A)degree of preservation
• B)dilution
• C)input from other sediment types
• D)rate of deposition
• E)All of the above factors are important.

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Definitions:

Rhizomes

Underground plant stems that send out roots and shoots from its nodes, involved in vegetative reproduction and storage.

Tubers

Thickened, usually underground parts of a stem or rhizome, storing nutrients.

Corms

Underground plant stems that serve as storage organs and help in vegetative reproduction, found in species like crocuses and gladioli.

Stolons

Horizontal above-ground plant stems or runners that take root at various intervals, spreading asexually to produce new plants.