Oceans

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What are ocean currents?

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Ocean currents are large-scale movements of water within the oceans, driven by factors such as wind, temperature, and salinity differences.

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What is the continental shelf?

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The continental shelf is a shallow area of sediment near the shore, where the ocean floor gradually slopes down from the land.

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What is bioluminescence?

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Bioluminescence is the ability of certain sea creatures to produce their own light through chemical reactions in their bodies.

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What are tides?

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Tides are the regular rise and fall of sea levels caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and the sun.

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What are waves?

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Waves are disturbances that transfer energy through water, often caused by wind blowing across the surface.

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What is the continental slope?

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The continental slope is the steeply sloping area that connects the continental shelf to the deep ocean floor.

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How do ocean currents affect climate?

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Ocean currents help regulate climate by distributing heat around the planet, influencing weather patterns.

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What is the deep ocean?

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The deep ocean is the part of the ocean that is below the continental slope, characterized by high pressure, low temperatures, and darkness.

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What is salinity?

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Salinity is the measure of the amount of salt dissolved in water, which affects the density and buoyancy of ocean water.

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What is the role of phytoplankton in the ocean?

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Phytoplankton are tiny plants that live in the ocean and produce oxygen through photosynthesis, forming the base of the marine food web.