Biological Oceanography

What branch of oceanography would you study the migration of whales?

• Biological

• Engineering

• Geological

• Physical

• Chemical

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Approximately how much of the Earth is covered by oceans?

• 21%

• 71%

• 50%

• 10%

What are the 4 branches of Oceanography?

• Biological, Chemical,Geological, Physical

• Biological, Weather,Geography, Technical

• Biological,Physical,Deep water, Symmetrical

• Biological, Mechanical, Chemical, Science

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The Great Barrier Reef is in the Pacific Ocean. How many individual reef systems is it made up of?

• Around 200

• Around 1000

• Around 3000

• Around 6000

Which ocean has limited life due to high temperatures and low oxygen levels?

• Southern

• Atlantic

• Indian

• Pacific

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The study of life in the ocean

• biological oceanography

• physical oceanography

• chemical oceanography

• geological oceanography

the branch of science that deals with the physical and biological properties and phenomena of the sea

• Oceanography

• Atmospheric Chemistry

• Meteorology

• Zoology

Which of the following organisms is a primary producer in ocean ecosystems?

• Phytoplankton

• Zooplankton

• Fish

• Crabs

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What is the main factor that influences the distribution of marine life in the ocean?

• Salinity

• Temperature

• Pressure

• Light availability

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Which process is responsible for the conversion of carbon dioxide into organic matter in the ocean?

• Respiration

• Photosynthesis

• Decomposition

• Fermentation

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