The fundamental success of ocean depth measurements taken by satellites is based on the variation of

gravitational pull associated with bathymetric features. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


ANS: T
Satellites measure the distance of the ocean surface from that of the satellite. Gravity pulls water
towards the sides of bathymetric features like undersea mountains. Since the water gets pulled in, it
creates a mound of water above the feature. Information can be found in the section Ocean Floor Is
Mapped by Bathymetry

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