How far does the continental shelf extend into the ocean?

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How far does the continental shelf extend into the ocean?

yes, this is homework, so please help! lol

2006-12-21 09:56:24 · 1 answers · asked by sam. 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Earth Sciences & Geology

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"Continental shelves vary in width from almost zero up to the 1,500-km-wide (930-mi) Siberian shelf in the Arctic Ocean. They average 78 km (48 mi) in width."

The legal definition is different than the geological one. (see third site).

2006-12-21 10:22:32 · answer #1 · answered by Richard 7 · 17⤊ 0⤋