

Marine Biology Overview
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Biology
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12th Grade
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Shannon Singleton
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1.
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What is marine biology?
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The study of organisms that live in the sea, including all water with some degree of salinity, like estuaries at river mouths.
2.
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Is marine biology a separate science?
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No, it is an applied field of biology that incorporates many other sciences such as geology, chemistry, physics, meteorology, zoology, and botany.
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What do marine biologists study?
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Marine biologists study the organisms that inhabit the sea.
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What do oceanographers study?
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Oceanographers mainly study the physical (non-living) aspects of the ocean, including tides, currents, waves, and the chemical make-up of seawater.
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Why is studying marine life important?
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Studying marine life can provide clues about early life on earth, as life is believed to have arisen in the sea.
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What products come from the sea?
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Food, medicines derived from marine species, food resources, and other items used for human use.
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How do marine organisms benefit the environment?
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Marine organisms produce oxygen used by all kinds of organisms, including humans.
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