Deep-Sea Sedimentation

Sedimentation of the Deep Ocean Floor

Much of the deep ocean floor is covered by three different types of sediment: terrigenous, biogenous, and hydrogenous sediment. In this interactivity, you will learn where sediments come form, what they look like after they settle on the ocean floor, and how they are distributed in the oceans. Click the player button to get started.

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Deep-Sea Sedimentation Review

Now that you have explored how plankton contribute to deep sea sedimentation, 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.