underwater Canyons (IMAGE)

University of Potsdam

underwater Canyons

Caption

Steep-sided underwater canyons on the continental margin bordering the Pacific Ocean off the US West Coast (State of Washington). These geological features were formed by erosion processes on the seafloor.

Credit

W. Schwanghart

Usage Restrictions

editorial use only

License

Licensed content

Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.