deep sea sedimentation

Deep sea sedimentation refers to the process by which particles like minerals, organic matter, and tiny organisms settle and accumulate on the ocean floor far from land. These sediments originate from sources such as dead marine life, volcanic ash, and weathered rocks. Over long periods, they build up and form layers that provide valuable records of Earth's history, climate, and biological evolution. This process is essential for understanding geology, oceanography, and past environmental changes, and it occurs in the deep, low-energy environments where little disturbance prevents the continuous buildup of sediments.