Examine the words and/or phrases below and determine the relationship among the majority of words/phrases. Choose the option that does not fit the pattern.

a. metal sulfides

b. evaporites

c. calcareous ooze

d. manganese nodules

c. calcareous ooze

Explanation:

Metal sulfides, evaporites and manganese nodules have some commonalities. They are generally found in regions of high evaporation lying above the continental shelf (Extended boundaries of continent covered under shallow waters). These all precipitate from water that is over saturated with minerals. Generally found in deep ocean sites.

option that does not fit the pattern is c. calcareous ooze