Ocean Dependency & Human Impact

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What is fertilizer runoff?

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When fertilizer runs into a body of water.

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What is the best way to keep the ocean clean?

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Establish regulations for safety and environmental regulations.

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How do oceans contribute to the amount of Oxygen in the Earth's atmosphere?

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Phytoplankton in the ocean produce oxygen through the process of photosynthesis.

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What causes corals to die?

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Boat anchors that destroy or break the corals, the gradual warming of the ocean's temperature, and irresponsible divers that kick the corals.

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What human activity causes excessive growth of phytoplankton in oceans?

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The use of chemical fertilizers that are carried by runoff into rivers.

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What is the role of phytoplankton in the ocean?

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Phytoplankton are microscopic plants that produce oxygen and serve as the base of the ocean food web.

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What is ocean acidification?

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The decrease in pH levels of the ocean due to the absorption of excess carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

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How does plastic pollution affect marine life?

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Marine animals can ingest plastic, leading to injury or death, and it can disrupt their habitats.

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What is overfishing?

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The practice of catching fish at a rate faster than they can reproduce, leading to population decline.

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What are marine protected areas (MPAs)?

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Regions of the ocean designated to protect marine ecosystems and biodiversity.