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A present-day passive continental margin is a coastal region where the continental crust transitions smoothly into the oceanic crust without significant tectonic activity. These margins are characterized by broad continental shelves, gentle slopes, and minimal seismicity, typically found along the edges of tectonic plates that are not currently experiencing significant collisions or subduction. Examples include the eastern coast of the United States and the western coast of Africa. Such environments often feature rich sediment deposition and diverse marine ecosystems.

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