Hydrocarbon Exploration

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What is the primary source of organic carbon deposition in the ocean?

  • Alteration of oceanic minerals
  • Photosynthesis by primary producers (correct)
  • Consumption of marine organisms
  • Oxidation of seafloor sediments

Which factor does the distribution of foraminifera depend on?

  • Presence of toxic materials
  • Water depth
  • Availability of food (correct)
  • Salinity

What percentage of organic carbon do diatoms contribute to the ocean floor?

  • 41-48%
  • 71-77%
  • 24-48% (correct)
  • 12-77%

In what type of environment do benthic foraminifera like Haynesina germanica thrive?

<p>Oxic environment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main component of organic carbon deposition from copepods?

<p>Lipids (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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