Economic Importance of Marine Sediments

1. What are some products that come from sediments?
* Building Materials for roads and structures
* Toothpaste
* Paint
* Swimming pool filters

2. How much of the world's energy comes from sediments?
* 1/3 of the worlds oil and gas (energy) comes from deposits within sediments of continental
margins

3. How important is sand gravel?
* Valued at more than $510M

Prezi Questions:
1. In what ways are sediments classified

2. List the four types of Marine sediments. Explain the origin of ea.

3. Where are sediments thickest? Are any areas of the ocean floor free of sediments