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8 February, 08:10

Which of the following statements about the calcite compensation depth (CCD) is correct? Below the calcite compensation depth (CCD),

a. Physical conditions cause calcium carbonate to dissolve.

b. Siliceous ooze is rarely found below the calcite compensation depth.

c. Calcareous ooze is never found below the calcite compensation depth.

d. The calcite compensation depth occurs at a depth of 4500 feet.

e. Abyssal clay is rarely found above the calcite compensation depth.

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  1. 8 February, 08:16
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    A is true

    B is false

    C is False

    D is a good approximation of the depth but CCD is a function of pressure, temp and Ph as well, so false

    E Im unsure about but I want to say True
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