Bathymetry the shape of the ocean floor is largely a result of a process called plate tectonics the outer rocky layer of the earth includes about a dozen large sections called tectonic plates that are arranged like a spherical jig saw puzzle floating on top of the earth s hot flowing mantle.
Topography map of the ocean floor.
The map serves as a tool for performing scientific engineering marine geophysical and environmental studies that are required in the development of energy and marine resources.
This super detailed map of the ocean floor s topography is based on satellite measurements of subtle lumps on the ocean s surface.
Thanks to a new synthesis of seafloor topography released through google earth.
Plate tectonics and the ocean floor.
Data collected by satellites and remote sensing instruments were used to created a model at least twice as.
Detailed multipurpose maps of nos bathymetry and us geological survey usgs land topography.
Ocean floor topography involves the study of ocean bottom features including the outer continental shelf continental slopes and ocean waves desktops.
Ocean topography off the southeast portion of the united states.
The ocean floors contain dramatic landscapes volcanic ridges lofty peaks wide plains and deep valleys.
Researchers today published the most detailed map of the ocean floor ever produced.
Map showing the underwater topography of the ocean floor like land terrain the ocean floor has ridges valleys plains and volcanoes.
Map of the 13 dive sites in estuary to the abyss expedition.
The under water topography maps have been developed by the study of ocean floor topography.
This study is extensive and it has been established that the ocean floor has similar features of mountains and valleys as on the earth.