Review of Ocean Resources for Humans

What practice is necessary to monitor the harvest of marine organisms(fishing)?

• Irresponsible fishing practices

• Responsible fishing practices

• Industrial farming

• Unregulated trade

Where do many of the organisms that are harvested to produce medicines live?

• In desert environments

• In mountainous regions

• In reefs or on the seafloor

• In tropical rainforests

Why should these organisms be carefully harvested?

• To increase their population

• To create more habitats

• To avoid disrupting their habitats or overharvesting to extinction

• To make harvesting easier

What are some of the industries that the ocean supports to promote a dynamic economy?

• A) Agriculture, technology, and finance

• B) Commercial fishing, maritime recreation, offshore mining, and tourism

• C) Textile, pharmaceuticals, and real estate

• D) Automotive, aerospace, and telecommunications

What percentage of internationally traded goods are transported by sea?

• Over 50%

• Over 80%

• Over 60%

• Over 70%

What additional problem is mentioned that affects container ships at sea?

• Increase in electric vehicle use

• Increase in fossil fuel consumption

• Decrease in global temperatures

• Decrease in cargo shipments

What often causes container ships to lose their cargo overboard?

• Pirate attacks

• Calm seas

• Poor weather and turbulent seas

• Efficient loading procedures

What effect does global warming have on ocean currents and weather patterns?

• It decreases ocean temperatures and stabilizes weather patterns.

• It has no effect on ocean currents or weather patterns.

• It causes ocean temperatures to rise, leading to unpredictable weather and intense storms.

• It increases the storage of carbon in the oceans, leading to milder weather.

What is the consequence of too much carbon in the ocean?

• Increased fish populations

• Ocean acidification and long-term damage to ocean habitats

• Improved water clarity

• Enhanced coral growth