Two Research Vessels Leave for the Twilight Zone

Two Research Vessels Leave for the Twilight Zone

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Geography, Science, Biology, Physics

5th - 12th Grade

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The video explores the role of phytoplankton in ocean ecosystems, focusing on their energy creation and carbon absorption. It introduces the twilight zone, a crucial area for carbon storage, and details the Export Processes Project, a collaborative research effort to study plankton diversity. The project involves multiple institutions and uses advanced technology to understand how oceans help regulate Earth's climate by sequestering carbon.

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1.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Explain how the ocean absorbs carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

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2.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What insights can understanding plankton diversity provide regarding climate change?

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