The weight of ice atop a continent can depress the depth of the shelf break. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
ANS: T
Antarctica depresses the shelf break to 300 to 400 meters rather than the 140 meters found consistently
worldwide. Similar effects on the shelf break are observed in Greenland. Information can be found in
the section Continental Margins May Be Active or Passive.
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