Why Was It So Important to Survey the Ocean Floors

question 28

Multiple Choice

Why was it so important to survey the ocean floors?

• A)People had a general curiosity of our planet.
• B)To get a better understanding of polar wandering.
• C)To know the topography and possible hiding places for submarines.
• D)To find pirate treasure.

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Definitions:

Iliacus

A muscle in the pelvis that, together with the psoas major, forms the iliopsoas, which is involved in flexing and rotating the thigh.

Psoas Major

A deep-seated muscle of the back that helps in flexing the hip and the lumbar spine.

Medial Rotation

A rotational movement towards the midline of the body.

Biceps Femoris

A muscle of the thigh that is part of the hamstring group, involved in knee flexion and thigh extension.