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Glossary Element  continental shelf

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English term continental shelf
Language Translations
French plateau continental
French/Belgium plateau continental
English definition the edges of continental landmasses, now covered with seawater; generally the most productive parts of the ocean.
Language Translations
French prolongation sous-marine du continent ; c’est le plus souvent la partie la plus productive de l’océan.
French/Belgium prolongation sous-marine du continent ; c’est le plus souvent la partie la plus productive de l’océan.
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