Main Body
Coast aisle in eastern region continental shelf in spread upto 100 km than the coastline as it is on emerging lead.
Resource potential
1Rich in fossils as it includes submerged coasts and sediments brought by rivers
2Rich in oil and gas due to the layer of sedimentary rocks that are rich in fossil fuels eg. Bombay high north sea shelf
3Fishing and aquaculture ing biodiversity exists in continental shelf reach in fish spots ready for exploitation by fishermen
Ecological significance
1Rich in biodiversity as it is the only part of the sea where sunlight is present
2Dense plants like or thrives in rich nental slope giving rise to marine food chains and ecosystem
3Corals are present in shallow depth continental to ocean and they act as a habitat for rich biodiversity
4Ecotone of terrestrial and marine ecosystem is present in continental shelf giving to rise high productivity and biodiversity
5Continental shelf shelts are important as they provide livelihood and resources to large amount of people and also form a important part in the ecology of the ocean and the earth
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- Well-structured coverage of resource potential and ecological significance
- Specific examples given (Bombay high, north sea shelf)
- Detailed explanation of ecotone concept
Topper
SHUBHAM BEHERE
AIR 2262025
Subject & Paper
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Topic
Salient features of World's Physical Geography
Distribution of Key Natural Resources
Continental Shelf - Resource and Ecological Significance
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