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Bathymetric map of Pacific Ocean

Description

Bathymetric map of Pacific Ocean. Shading on this map indicates depth with darkblue being the deepest areas. This map was derived from satellite altimetrydata and is notable for showing the tectonic fabric of the seafloor.

Credit

Map courtesy of Dr. Walter H. F. Smith, NOAA/NESDIS/STAR

Collection

Voyage to Inner Space