On Average, the Slope Across a Continental Shelf Is About

question 128

Multiple Choice

On average, the slope across a continental shelf is about ________.

• A)0.001°
• B)0.1°
• C)1.5°
• D)5°

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Definitions:

Gases

State of matter consisting of particles that have neither a defined volume nor shape, often able to expand freely to fill any space.

Plasmodesmata

Microscopic channels allowing for the transport and communication between plant cells through their cell walls.

Guard Cells

Specialized cells surrounding stomata in plant leaves and stems, regulating gas exchange and water loss by opening and closing the stomatal aperture.

Phytoremediation

The use of plants to remove, transfer, stabilize, or destroy contaminants in soil, water, or air, as an eco-friendly remediation technique.