Question

Q.4) Give Geographical reasons
a) The study of ocean floor is useful to man.
b) The continental shelf is a paradise for fishing activity. ​

Answer 1

Answer:

The study of the ocean floor sediments gives valuable information regarding climate change. It helps in studying and analysing the coastal habitat. It gives information on the pollutants dumped in the sea by the industries and to understand the habitat of the fisheries.

The relatively accessible continental shelf is the best understood part of the ocean floor. Most commercial exploitation from the sea, such as metallic-ore, non-metallic ore, and hydrocarbon extraction, takes place on the continental shelf.

Answer 2

Answer:

The study of the ocean floor sediments gives valuable information regarding climate change. It helps in studying and analysing the coastal habitat. It gives information on the pollutants dumped in the sea by the industries and to understand the habitat of the fisheries.

The relatively accessible continental shelf is the best understood part of the ocean floor. Most commercial exploitation from the sea, such as metallic-ore, non-metallic ore, and hydrocarbon extraction, takes place on the continental shelf.

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