Submarine Canyon

Often times when people hear the term "topography," they think of mountains, or at least I do.  Mountains are an obvious form of topography such as the Appalachia and Ozark mountains which are found in parts of Alabama, Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, and West Virginia.  However, there are areas in the United States that have very little or no mountains, so just what is the topography in such areas?


Monterey Bay is an example.  Upon doing research with regards to the topography in Monterey, many links sent me to Monterey Submarine Canyon.  Who knew such a place existed?  It was exciting to learn about it, and I would like to tell you a little about the topography of Monterey Bay!


Monterey Submarine Canyon is a Submarine Canyon still being studied by scientists from the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute.  The canyon is about 2 miles below the surface and is 1 mile deep.  Because the canyon is so deep, it creates a great area for marine life to live.