Sedimentation

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.7557/8.7061

Abstract

Focus:

To understand the role of sedimentation in creating the unique conditions of ocean floor ecosystems.

Learning objectives:

With this activity, pupils will gain a basic understanding of how sediments in the ocean settle on the ocean floor (sedimentation) and what this looks like.

Key words:

Settling, sediment, terrigenous, pelagic.

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Published

2023-04-28

How to Cite

Maric, F., Poto, M., & Panieri, G. (2023). Sedimentation. Septentrio Educational, (1), 94–97. https://doi.org/10.7557/8.7061

Issue

No. 1 (2023): The Ocean Senses Activity Book

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Chapters

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Copyright (c) 2023 Filip Maric, Margherita Poto, Giuliana Panieri

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