"Benthic Snow" is basically congealed organic and inorganic matter found
in the ocean column that settles to the seafloor much more rapidly
than would occur if the constituant paritcles were not adhered to one
another to form the snow.  My main questions are 1. In general terms,
what is the particle size distribution or characterization of the
benthic snow., and 2. In the coast off of southern california, what is
the general characterization and distribution of benthic snow.  A good
answer will answer at least one the these two questions.  A great
answer will cover both issues.  Backgroung information would be
helpful in addition to the direct answers.