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Oceanography (from Ocean + Greek γράφειν = write), also called oceanology or marine science is the study of the Earth's oceans and seas. Oceanographers study a wide range of topics such as plate tectonics to ocean currents to marine organisms. These diverse topics reflect multiple disciplines that oceanographers blend to help us understand Earth's interdependencies: biology, chemistry, geology, meteorology and physics.
Branches of oceanography
The study of oceanography has five main branches:
- Marine biology or biological oceanography, the study of the plants and animals (biota) of the oceans and their ecological interaction;
- Chemical oceanography, the study of the chemistry of the ocean;
- Marine geology or geological oceanography, the study of the geology of the ocean floor including plate tectonics;
- Meteorologic oceanography, studies interactions between our atmosphere and the ocean's hydrosphere; and
- Physical oceanography, the study of the ocean's physical attributes (such as its temperature-salinity structure, waves, tides and currents).
Finding Nemo in Oceanography. I need to be blown in here!
Paschspice (Phylyp Pasch) Tue, 22 Dec 2009 16:50:07 -0000
Finding Nemo in Oceanography. I need to be blown in here!
Completed Oceanography #epicpetwars http://www.epicpetwars.com
yashitoh (Tosshan) Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:48:36 -0000
Completed Oceanography #epicpetwars http://www.epicpetwars.com
done with oceanography...just my drawing final tomorrow and im done for the semester!!!!!!!
tommymitchell88 (Tommy Mitrano) Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:43:43 -0000
done with oceanography...just my drawing final tomorrow and im done for the semester!!!!!!!
..that one class was Oceanography. I ended up failing it becuz of that...but didn't need it. *shrug*
YouRzTruLy_K (K) Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:15:55 -0000
..that one class was Oceanography. I ended up failing it becuz of that...but didn't need it. *shrug*
#professor: Assistant Professor - Coastal Marine Fisheries Ecology/Oceanography: The UNC Chapel Hill Institute of M... http://bit.ly/6XIF1P
Naturejobs (Naturejobs) Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:30:20 -0000
#professor: Assistant Professor - Coastal Marine Fisheries Ecology/Oceanography: The UNC Chapel Hill Institute of M... http://bit.ly/6XIF1P
watching elf in oceanography :) :) :) :)
jennaayo (Jenna Nepini) Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:24:05 -0000
watching elf in oceanography :) :) :) :)
AFT's Summer Learning Calendar - Activities and games related to the Earth's oceans, organized by theme for the summer months.
Black Smoker Expedition - Very hot sulfur-rich waters coming from volcanic vents in the ocean floor crystallize into chimneys called black smokers. Scientists overcame many challenges to bring a few up, so they could study their formation and the odd things living there.
Extreme 2002: Mission to the Abyss - Chronicles the journey of a research team led by University of Delaware marine scientist Craig Cary that set sail from San Diego, California. Includes features on seafloor geology and ocean creatures.
Meta Description: [ On October 20, 2002 a research team led by University of Delaware marine scientist Craig Cary will set sail from San Diego, California, on the 24-day expedition Extreme 2002: Mission to the Abyss. This web site chronicles their journey. ]
NOAA Kids Corner - Test what you know about sea life and learn about undersea research. Includes an introduction to marine careers, as well as coloring pages and an online puzzle.
Meta Description: [ NOAA Fisheries or the National Marine Fisheries Service strategic plan contains three goals;
rebuild and maintain sustainable fisheries, promote the recovery of protected species, protect and maintain the health of
coastal marine habitats. ]
Ocean Planet Smithsonian - Smithsonian online exhibit that explores the ocean, marine life, underwater volcanoes, and the deep sea.
Planet Ocean - Learn amazing facts about marine life and find out what the difference is between an ocean and a sea.
Secchi Disc (Transparency Disk) - An interactive exercise that demonstrates how to measure the clarity of the water and light penetration.
The Carlsberg Ridge Cruise - Learn about the RRS Charles Darwin ship that was set sailing to go study the undersea ridge located between eastern Africa and the Seychelle Islands. Purpose of the trip is study the magma rising up from beneath the ocean floor. Page includes geology background of the area, onboard equipment, an introduction to the science team, and photo gallery.
The Ocean Channel - Sea stories, encyclopedia on creatures of the deep, and frequently asked questions.
Treasures@Sea - A literature based unit about the ocean. Includes based lesson plans, interactive games, puzzles and quizzes, print activities, and experiments. Read or dive for a treasure hunt.
Meta Description: [ Treasures@Sea is a literature based unit about the ocean. It contains web based lesson plans, interactive games, puzzles and quizzes, print activities, and experiments. ]
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