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Ocean Floor Topography and Structure
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What is the name of the gently sloping region that extends from the shoreline to the continental slope?
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Continental shelf
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The continental shelf is the gently sloping region that extends from the shoreline to the continental slope. It is typically less than 200 meters deep and is formed by the accumulation of sediments.