Oceanic Trenches
Oceanic Trenches: The Deepest Places on Earth
Have you ever wondered how deep the ocean floor can get, or what you might find there? In this interactivity, explore some features and facts about ocean trenches. Click the player button to get started.
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Why is the study of trenches so important? Some scientists hope that by researching these nearly alien environments, they might find valuable resources or life forms that can help treat medical conditions, among other things. The organisms that live in the deepest parts of the oceans can withstand extreme temperatures and high pressures. Also, some scientists believe that the deep ocean organisms have extremely long life spans – some over 150 years!
Oceanic Trenches Review
Now that you have explored oceanic trenches, review your knowledge in this non-graded interactivity. Read each question and select the correct response. Click SUBMIT to check your response. Click the player button to begin.