The image of a scientist collecting a sediment core was taken at the Wild Harbor salt march on Cape Cod, Massachusetts. What evidence is this person hoping to collect from this research? Scientist taking a sample of marsh soil.
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She hopes to discover if the oil is still floating on the surface.
She hopes to see if the oil is still present deep down below the surface.
She hopes to collect animals that have died from the spill.
She hopes to see how easily the oil can be removed from the soil.