Turbidity currents carry sediments into submarine canyons which may eventually produce ________.

a. deltas
b. deep-sea fans
c. accretionary wedges
d. alluvial fans


Ans: b. deep-sea fans

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The boundary between the core and the mantle is marked by great changes in ________.

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