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Continental Margins:
Submarine Canyons - Congo Canyon

Background Info:

The Congo Canyon cuts through the continental shelf, slope, and rise off the coast of West Africa. The result of the action of the Congo River, the canyon actually begins as an estuary at the mouth of the river.


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VRML Model of Congo Canyon
5 Minute VRML Model (1.6 mb)

VRML Model of Agadir Canyon
5 Minute VRML Model (1.6 mb)


Research Suggestions:

Where in the world is Agadir Canyon?

Are there submairne canyons off of the North American continental Shelf? Where?

Use the Bathymetery Modeler to locate these canyons.

Use the Internet to locate information and resources about these canyons.


Last modified: 25-August-99
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