Where and Why Do Submarine Canyons Develop?

Explore the development and distribution of submarine canyons in this 58-minute lecture. Delve into the fundamental role these underwater formations play in transporting sediment, pollutants, and organic carbon from land to ocean. Examine the main factors controlling canyon occurrence along continental margins and their connection to terrestrial sediment sources during sea-level rise. Learn about the application of Bayesian regression and spatial point pattern analysis in assessing these phenomena on a global scale. Cover topics such as research hypotheses, control parameters, canyon classification, distribution patterns, and the effectiveness of slope-confined canyons. Gain insights into sediment caliber, spatial resolution, and canyon maturity while understanding the importance of submarine canyons in oceanic processes.