Where are the ocean basins deepest? Describe your observations from the

bathymetric profiles. What will be an ideal response?


Trenches, the deepest parts of the ocean basins, are usually near the continents. Deep
trenches are found near Japan, South America, Alaska, in the Caribbean, in the South
Pacific, and near Sumatra.

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In which of the following countries is deforestation occurring most rapidly?

A) United States B) Brazil C) China D) India

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The more oxygen ions that are shared in silicate minerals, the higher the oxygen-to-silicon ratio

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Which of the following materials would make the best aquitard?

A) Gravel B) Sandstone C) Clay D) Conglomerate

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