Above depths of 4000 meters, the dominant low-latitude sediment on the sea floor is/are

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Calcareous ooze is the dominant low-latitude sediment on the sea floor above depths of 4000 meters, as it is primarily composed of the calcium carbonate shells of microorganisms that thrive in warmer, shallower waters. Below this depth, the calcium carbonate dissolves due to increased pressure and acidity, making calcareous ooze less common.

Above Depths of 4000 Meters, the Dominant Low-Latitude Sediment on the Sea