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What is the approximate average ocean depth along the continental shelves bordering North America?
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∙ 13y ago
The depth of the continental shelf varies. It is generally limited to shallow water, shallower then 490ft. Vertical relief is minimal at less then 20m. The slope of the shelf is also quite low, 0.5degrees
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∙ 12y ago
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