Science
Definition for Rift zones
A rift zone is a place where a volcano is splitting apart and magma gets through much easier and makes the volcano weaker and weaker till it breaks apart.
Definition for Ocean
An ocean is a body of water that is 70% of Earths surface
Definition for Sea-floor
Sea-floor is the floor of a Sea or Ocean
Definition for Mid-Ocean Ridges
A chain of underwater mountains where a new ocean floor is made.
Definition for Guyots
A guyot is a underwater volcano with a flat top
Definition for Submersible
A vehicle that is designed to go underwater and withstand pressure.
Definition for Sea Mount
A seamount is an underwater mountain.
Definition for Topography
Topography is the arrangement of the natural and artificial physical features of an area.
Definition for Sonar
A device that sends waves to measure how deep it is/how long it takes so the waves come back.
Definition for Deep Sea Trenches
A deep-sea trench is a canyon that is laying on one side and very steep and slanted.
Definition for Continental Slope
Continental Slope is the slope between the outer edge of the continental shelf and the deep ocean floor.
Definition for Continental Rise
The continental rise is the gently inclined slope between the base of the continental slope and the deep ocean floor.
Definition for Abyss
An abyss is the farthest point down you can go down in the ocean.
Definition for Abyssal Plain
Abyssal plain is a big flat area on the ocean floor.
Definition for Black Smokers
A black smoker is a mineral chimney on the ocean floor that gives away hot water and black smoke.