Earth and Space
← Back

Science Bowl Question

📅 NSB Regional 2016🎓 HS🔄 Round 10#️⃣ Question 7🌟 BONUS📝 Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a reason that long-term preservation of deep sea carbonates is rare?

W) Most ocean crust and overlying sediments are subducted
X) Most parts of the deep ocean floor lie above the carbonate compensation depth
Y) There is little carbonate-forming material occurring in ocean water
Z) Carbonates react with silicates in the deep ocean
🚀

Take Your Prep to the Next Level

Practice with interactive modes, adaptive testing, and detailed stats on our main app.

Launch Interactive Practice