Downslope marine flows comprised of mixed masses of sand, mud, and water are called:
A) turbidity currents
B) longshore currents
C) tidal currents

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Turbidity currents are downslope, gravity-driven flows that consist of a mixture of sand, mud, and water. They occur underwater on slopes and are responsible for distributing sediments across the ocean floor.

Downslope Marine Flows Comprised of Mixed Masses of Sand, Mud