= Continental rise
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The continental rise is a submerged landform that marks the transition between the continental shelf and the deep ocean floor. It is typically found beyond the continental slope and consists of a gradual incline formed by sediment deposition from the continental shelf. Here's a more detailed breakdown of its features: 1. **Location**: The continental rise is located at the base of the continental slope, where the steep descent of the slope ends and the seafloor gradually flattens, leading into the abyssal plain.
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