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Difficulty: MediumTone Consistency

When oceanographers first discovered hydrothermal vents in 1977, they were astounded by the thriving ecosystems surrounding these volcanic fissures. Located miles below the ocean surface, where sunlight cannot penetrate, these vents host unique organisms that rely on chemosynthesis rather than photosynthesis. To study these deep-sea communities, researchers must deploy sophisticated submersibles capable of withstanding the immense pressure of the abyss. This advanced equipment allows scientists to gather heaps of data about how life persists in such extreme environments.

Which choice best maintains the established style and tone of the passage?

  1. A
    gather heaps of data
  2. B
    amass a grandiose plenitude of empirical details
  3. C
    glean data in association to
  4. collect essential dataAnswer

Answer

collect essential data
The correct choice, which uses the phrase 'collect essential data,' maintains a clear, professional, and objective scientific tone that aligns with the academic vocabulary and style of the surrounding text.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the established tone of the passage.
The passage uses formal, scientific, and objective vocabulary such as 'hydrothermal vents,' 'chemosynthesis,' and 'submersibles,' establishing an academic tone.
Understanding the context's tone helps filter out options that are either too informal or excessively flowery.
2
Evaluate the underlined phrase and the options against this established tone.
The original phrase is too informal. One option is overly dramatic and wordy, and another contains a prepositional idiom error. The option containing 'collect essential data' fits perfectly without being too casual or unnecessarily ornate.
This identifies the single choice that maintains consistency in tone and follows standard English grammar conventions.

Key Concept

Tone Consistency
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