Oceanography: Characteristics of Ocean Surface
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What is the unique characteristic of the ocean's smooth surface mentioned in the text?

  • It has high tides
  • It produces methane gas
  • It resembles a mirror (correct)
  • It appears transparent
  • What is the average depth of the ocean mentioned in the text?

  • 3.1 miles
  • 0.9 miles
  • 1.4 miles
  • 2.3 miles (correct)
  • What are some of the substances mentioned to be found at great depths in the ocean?

  • Hydrothermal vents and microplastics
  • Methane seeps and microplastics (correct)
  • Methane seeps and volcanic ash
  • Hydrothermal vents and volcanic ash
  • What is the depth range covered by the ocean floor features?

    <p>10,000-35,000 meters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is characteristic of the 'Mahadweepiye Nimgn Tat'?

    <p>It is a region with water depth less than 100 meters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the 'Mid-Oceanic Ridge'?

    <p>It is a volcanic ridge extending over 40,000 miles with an average depth of 8,000 meters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region of the Pacific Ocean has the least depth?

    <p>Melanesia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate average depth of the Pacific Ocean?

    <p>8,000 meters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is the largest ocean on Earth?

    <p>Pacific Ocean</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate area covered by the Pacific Ocean?

    <p>Two-thirds of the Earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

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