________ accounts for greater ocean depths moving away from the oceanic ridge toward the deep ocean basin.
A)Mantle plume
B)Convection
C)Thermal contraction
D)Gravity

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Thermal contraction occurs as newly formed oceanic crust cools and becomes denser as it moves away from the mid-ocean ridge, leading to greater ocean depths towards the deep ocean basin.

________ Accounts for Greater Ocean Depths Moving Away from the Oceanic