Which ocean's floor did she map?
Indian Ocean
Pacific Ocean
Arctic Ocean
Atlantic Ocean
Answer
The Atlantic Ocean's floor was mapped by Marie Tharp. She was an American geologist who specialized in marine geology. She is best known for her work with Bruce Heezen on the creation of the first detailed map of the ocean floor. The map, which was published in 1957, revolutionized our understanding of the ocean floor and helped to establish Theory of plate tectonics.
Mapping the Depths: The Fascinating Odyssey of Marie Tharp
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