A sample of deep-sea sediments would be expected to contain ____.
A) sand
B) sand and ooze
C) fine-grained clays and ooze
D) limestone
E) coral reefs

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Deep-sea sediments are usually composed of fine-grained clays and oozes, which are made up of the shells and skeletons of tiny marine organisms such as diatoms and foraminifera. Sand and limestone are typically not found in deep-sea sediments, and coral reefs are typically found in shallow, tropical waters.

A Sample of Deep-Sea Sediments Would Be Expected to Contain