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Identify the correct option as per the following information.

It is one among the many oceanic relief features. It extends from the coastline to a drop-off point called the shelf break. It is an oasis in the ocean for plants and animals due to the abundance of sunlight, shallow waters, and nutrient packed sediments.

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Mid-Oceanic ridges
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Continental shelfs
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Abyssal plains
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Oceanic deeps
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Solution

The correct option is B Continental shelfs
The above mentioned oceanic relief feature refers to the continental shelf. It is the shallowest part of the ocean. The adequate penetration of sunlight supports of the growth of aquatic life. Plants and algae make continental shelves rich feeding grounds for sea creatures. The continental shelf is home to many kinds of organisms from microscopic shrimp to giant seaweed.

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