Which of the following is most likely a major component of open-ocean sediments at depths shallower than the CCD?

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At depths shallower than the CCD (Carbonate Compensation Depth), the calcareous ooze is most likely a major component of open-ocean sediments. This is because at depths above the CCD, the calcareous shells of foraminifera and other organisms can survive and accumulate to form calcareous ooze.

Which of the Following Is Most Likely a Major Component