Chapter 1: Intro to Oceanography

Chapter 1: Intro to Oceanography

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Biology

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by water?

Back

Approximately 70% of the Earth's surface is covered by water.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who is credited with the invention of the compass?

Back

The Chinese are credited with inventing the compass.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the largest ocean on Earth?

Back

The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean on Earth.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define a strait.

Back

A strait is a narrow passage of water connecting two seas or larger bodies of water.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What ocean is located between Africa and Australia?

Back

The Indian Ocean is located between Africa and Australia.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the smallest ocean in the world?

Back

The Arctic Ocean is the smallest ocean in the world.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an atoll?

Back

An atoll is a ring-shaped coral reef, island, or series of islets.

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