The world ocean is the defining feature of planet earth and the most prominent feature on a world map.
Exploring Our Fluid Earth
Teaching Science as Inquiry
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Investigate cause and effect of natural phenomena like waves, currents, and tides that shape the ocean and the land.
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Density variations, caused by differences in temperature and salinity, determine the positions of water layers in the ocean. -
Wind is the movement of air on Earth. Wind is an important component of weather and affects ocean currents and waves on a global scale. -
Waves are amazing and dynamic—they transfer energy, provide recreation, cause destruction, and change with the seasons. -
Coasts are found wherever the ocean meets land. Coastal features are shaped by the interaction of waves, geology and local organisms. -
Tides are the periodic rise and fall of ocean waters affecting coastal areas around the world. -
The seafloor is one of the defining characteristics of our world ocean and has many unique features. -
Explorers and sailors rely on navigation, wayfinding, and sturdy ships to safely travel the world ocean. -
The ocean depths are the dominant feature of our world ocean, yet they are largely unexplored.Topics Include:
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