Science Kids: The Impact of Climate Change on the World's Oceans

The video explores the significance of the world's oceans, covering 70% of Earth's surface and influencing climate and ecosystems. It explains ocean currents, including the Gulf Stream, and their role in regulating temperatures. The impact of climate change on oceans, such as coral bleaching and rising sea levels, is discussed. The video concludes with actions individuals and communities can take to reduce climate change effects, emphasizing the importance of reducing carbon footprints and advocating for environmental policies.

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

• 60%

• 50%

• 80%

• 70%

Which ocean was officially designated as a new ocean in 2021?

• Arctic Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

• Southern Ocean

• Indian Ocean

What is the primary cause of surface ocean currents?

• Water density

• Wind systems

• Tides

• Geological elements

Which ocean current is known for transporting warm water from the Caribbean to Western Europe?

• Gulf Stream

• Pacific Current

• Antarctic Circumpolar Current

• Indian Ocean Gyre

What is the global conveyor belt?

• A system of surface currents only

• A system of wind patterns

• A system of deep currents only

• A connected system of deep and surface currents

What is one major consequence of the Gulf Stream slowing down?

• Decreased sea levels

• More extreme winters in Western Europe

• Increased coral growth

• Increased fish population

What phenomenon occurs when corals die due to temperature changes?

• Coral migration

• Coral growth

• Coral erosion

• Coral bleaching

How does ocean acidification occur?

• Decrease in ocean salinity

• Absorption of carbon dioxide by the ocean

• Increase in ocean salinity

• Increase in ocean temperature

What is a personal action you can take to reduce your carbon footprint?

• Drive more frequently

• Eat more meat

• Take fewer flights

• Buy more new clothes

Why is it important to support communities most impacted by environmental problems?

• They are the largest contributors to greenhouse gases

• They have tried and true solutions

• They have the least impact on climate change

• They are unaffected by climate change