IN-CLASS QUESTIONS
Series of questions focusing on key components of each topic
TOPICS
How the class is divided into broader themes
Preamble and Introductory
Themes
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Part I: Geologic/ Geographic Framework,
Ocean
Constituents/ Structure
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Part II:
Ocean/ Atmosphere Interactions, Dynamic Processes in the Ocean
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Part III:
Fringes of the Ocean, Life in the Oceans, Environmental Issues
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Reflective Questions as Learning Prompts
- At intervals through the class, there will be an
opportunity to discuss these questions with your neighbor.
- The aim is to reinforce understanding of critical concepts.
- Ask questions if you have doubts about the answers to these
questions based on preceding materials presented in class.
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Continental Margins and Ocean
Basins
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Date: Oct. 11
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Q. What developments in technology or equipment enable
imaging of the sea floor? |
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| Q. How irregular is the surface of the sea floor? |
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| Q. What features can be recognized? |
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Q. How do rivers and
their sediment load shape the continental margins?
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A.
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Q. How are the different
regions of the sea floor divided?
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A.
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Q. How are the features
of the sea floor related to plate tectonics?
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A,
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