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Continental Shelf

A continental shelf is the gently sloping underwater extension of a continent from the shoreline to the point where the sea floor drops off sharply into the ocean depths. It is an important geological feature that plays a vital role in marine ecosystems and natural resource exploration.

Sample Sentences:

1. The continental shelf off the coast of Florida is rich in oil and gas reserves.
2. The shipwreck was discovered on the continental shelf, thousands of feet below the surface.
3. This species of fish thrives in the warm waters of the continental shelf.
4. The study focused on the impact of climate change on the biodiversity of the continental shelf.

Related Products:

• Books on Continental Shelf Geology
• Marine Ecosystems of Continental Shelf
• Natural Resource Exploration