6.1 HMH Mariana Trench

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What is the Mariana Trench?

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The Mariana Trench is the deepest part of the world's oceans, located in the western Pacific Ocean.

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What is the Challenger Deep?

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The Challenger Deep is the deepest point in the Mariana Trench.

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How did the Challenger Deep get its name?

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It was named after the British Royal Navy ship that measured the ocean depths.

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What does the term 'submersible' mean?

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A submersible is a type of underwater vehicle designed to operate underwater.

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What is an antonym of 'glimpse'?

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Stare.

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What is an antonym of 'thrive'?

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Shrivel.

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What is a synonym of 'thrive'?

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Succeed.

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What is the base word of 'submersible'?

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Submerge.

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What is the significance of the Mariana Trench in oceanography?

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It helps scientists understand deep-sea ecosystems and geological processes.

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What type of creatures can be found in the Mariana Trench?

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Unique deep-sea creatures like the snailfish and giant amoebas.