Robert Ballard: The astonishing hidden world of the deep ocean

The video discusses the disparity in funding between NASA and NOAA, highlighting the lack of focus on ocean exploration. It shares personal experiences of ocean exploration, including the discovery of the mid-ocean ridge and hydrothermal vents. Technological advancements like telepresence and robotics are emphasized for future exploration. The video also covers the discovery of shipwrecks and historical artifacts, advocating for increased ocean exploration and educational outreach.

What is the main reason the speaker questions the focus on space exploration over ocean exploration?

• The ocean is fully explored.

• Space exploration is more exciting.

• Ocean exploration is too expensive.

• NASA's budget could fund NOAA for 1,600 years.

What was the speaker's first experience with ocean exploration?

• A Scripps ship expedition.

• A submarine expedition.

• A space shuttle mission.

• A trip to the moon.

What significant geological feature did the speaker explore during his early expeditions?

• The Great Barrier Reef.

• The Mariana Trench.

• The mid-ocean ridge.

• The Amazon River.

What unexpected discovery was made at the hydrothermal vents?

• Sunken ships.

• Coral reefs.

• Giant tube worms.

• Photosynthetic plants.

What technological advancement did the speaker develop to improve ocean exploration?

• Deep-sea diving suits.

• Telepresence and robotic systems.

• Underwater drones.

• Space shuttles.

What is the significance of the deep sea according to the speaker?

• It is a habitat for endangered species.

• It is a place for recreational diving.

• It is the largest museum on Earth.

• It is a source of fresh water.

What did the speaker find in the Black Sea that was perfectly preserved?

• Ancient shipwrecks.

• Coral reefs.

• Modern submarines.

• Lost cities.

What is the mission of the Okeanos Explorer?

• To discover new planets.

• To explore Mars.

• To map the ocean floor.

• To find new species of fish.

Why does the speaker emphasize the importance of middle schools?

• They are the best places for sports.

• They are where future scientists are inspired.

• They have the best teachers.

• They are the most funded educational institutions.

What final question does the speaker pose about ocean exploration?

• Why are we not building underwater cities?

• Why are we not fishing more in the ocean?

• Why are we not colonizing the ocean?

• Why are we not exploring the ocean for oil?