Marine/ Oceanography Quiz

Which ocean is mostly, but not entirely, in the southern hemisphere?

• Arctic Ocean
• Indian Ocean
• Pacific Ocean
• Southern Ocean

Earth is a layered sphere with the highest density material found near the center of Earth and the lowest density material located near the surface.

• True

• False

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Which gases were absent from Earth's early atmosphere?

• Carbon dioxide and nitrogen
• Methane and water vapor
• Hydrogen and helium
• Oxygen and ozone

The four principle ocean basins (plus an additional ocean) on Earth are:

• Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Arctic, Southern (or Antarctic) Ocean
• Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia, North America
• Amazon, Nile, Mississippi, Yangtze, Ganges
• Mediterranean, Caribbean, Baltic, Red Sea, Caspian Sea

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Which marine exploration tool allowed ships to determine their longitude at sea?

• Marine chronometer
• Compass
• Sextant
• Barometer

What characteristic makes a SEA different from an OCEAN?

• Size and depth
• Salinity and waves
• Location and wildlife
• Color and temperature

How do the oceans impact human health and well-being?

• The oceans have no impact on human health and well-being
• The oceans only impact human health through positive factors
• Human health and well-being are not affected by the oceans
• The oceans impact human health and well-being through factors such as ocean pollution, seafood consumption, and recreational activities.

Why is oceanography considered an interdisciplinary science?

• Because it only focuses on the physical characteristics of the ocean
• Because it is limited to studying the chemical composition of the ocean
• Because it does not involve the study of marine life
• Because it involves the study of various aspects of the ocean, including its physical, chemical, biological, and geological characteristics.

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Which ancient civilization was known for their advanced navigational skills and explored the Pacific Ocean extensively?

• Aztec civilization
• Mayan civilization
• Incan civilization
• Polynesian civilization

During Earth's early history, how did water vapor released through outgassing contribute to the formation of the oceans?

• Led to the formation of the atmosphere instead of the oceans
• Caused the Earth's surface to become hotter and drier
• Contributed to the formation of the moon instead of the oceans
• Condensed and formed the oceans as the Earth's surface cooled

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