What is the primary objective of Sustainable Development Goal 14 (Life Below Water)?

• To promote economic growth in coastal regions.

• To develop new technologies for deep-sea exploration.

• To conserve and sustainably utilize oceans, seas, and marine resources.

• To increase global fish production through aquaculture.

Approximately what percentage of atmospheric oxygen is produced by marine plants?

• 25%

• 100%

• 75%

• 50%

How do coastal ecosystems serve coastal communities?

• by causing large storm surges.

• by protecting from extreme weather events.

• by protecting from envaders

• by allow coastal communities to live by the coast.

Which of the following factors is identified as a major pressure changing the ocean environment? (select all that apply)

• Unsustainable fishing practices

• Precipretation

• Volcanic eruptions

• Ocean acidification

• Climate change