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Kuril Basin

basin, Pacific Ocean
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The Kuril Basin is a submarine depression located in the western Pacific Ocean. It lies west of the Kuril Islands and is part of the Sea of Okhotsk. This basin reaches a depth of approximately 8,200 feet (2,500 meters) and is characterized by a seabed that generally slopes from north to south. The basin receives significant sediment from the Amur River and other sources, with bottom deposits consisting of clay-diatom silt and sands. The Kuril Basin is situated within the Ring of Fire, an area known for its geological instability, including frequent earthquakes and volcanic activity.12

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  1. Kuril Islands
  2. Sea of Okhotsk
  3. Kuril Trench
  4. Aleutian Basin
  5. East Asia - Geology and relief

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