Schematic Diagram of a Subduction Zone (IMAGE) Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel (GEOMAR) Caption Schematic diagram of a subduction zone with sediments structure Credit C. Kersten GEOMAR Usage Restrictions Usage in the context of this press release 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.