Ocean Resources

People depend on ocean organisms for __________________.

• minerals

• fuels

• food and water

• All of these choices

Minerals and nutrients from deep in the ocean are brought to the surface in cold water as a result of __________________.

• thermal pollution

• upwelling

• marine turbulence

• human activity

Fisheries renew themselves naturally each year, but __________________ has caused a shortage of fish in some areas.

• overfishing

• catch limits

• global warming

• aquaculture

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Which statement about ocean resources is true?

• Humans get very few resources from the ocean.

• Demand for the ocean's resources is increasing.

• The ocean is so big that we will never use up the resources.

• The ocean's resources have already been used up.

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What is the main challenge of utilizing wave power?

• It can only be used at night.

• It is too predictable.

• It requires specific geographic conditions.

• It causes air pollution.

Which action shows concern for the environment with regards to the resources of the oceans?

• developing technology to allow more fishing

• allowing factories to release untreated waste into the oceans

• filling in ocean wetlands to increase the amount of beachfront for homes

• setting limits on fish harvesting from the oceans

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Why is sustainable aquaculture important for the future of food security?

• It increases reliance on fossil fuels.

• It ensures a steady supply of seafood without depleting wild stocks.

• It promotes the use of genetically modified organisms.

• It relies heavily on chemical inputs.

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Which of the following is a benefit of tidal power?

• It is highly variable.

• It requires extensive land modification.

• It provides a consistent and predictable source of energy.

• It significantly alters marine life migration patterns.

Which of the following is a nonrenewable resource extracted from the ocean?

• Seaweed

• Fish

• Crude oil

• Ocean currents

How does responsible aquaculture benefit the environment?

• By increasing carbon emissions

• By reducing the need for wild-caught fish

• By promoting oil drilling

• By encouraging overfishing

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