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Mapping The Seafloor Is Daunting But Key To Improving Human Life

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Understanding Seafloor Mapping Through Sonar Technology

This chapter explores the sonar technology used to map the seafloor, detailing how sound pulses help measure depth and uncover underwater features. It also highlights the historical impact of this technology on our understanding of ocean formation since the 1960s.

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