Ocean Heat Wave and Its Impact on Marine Life

What was the recorded temperature off the coast of south Florida during the heat wave?

• 95 degrees F

• 85 degrees F

• 101 degrees F

• 90 degrees F

What is the primary function of the Gulf Stream in the North Atlantic Ocean?

• To act as a heat pump

• To increase salinity

• To cool down the ocean

• To create ocean waves

How is a marine heat wave defined?

• When ocean temperatures are cooler than 90% of previous observations

• When ocean temperatures are warmer than 90% of previous observations

• When ocean temperatures remain constant

• When ocean temperatures fluctuate rapidly

What tool is used to measure sharks from a distance during research?

• Thermal imaging

• Sonar system

• Six laser beam system

• Radar system

Why might sharks move to deeper waters during a heat wave?

• To find more food

• To avoid predators

• To maintain their body temperature

• To escape fishing nets

What human-related issues are affecting sharks according to the research?

• Climate change

• Fishing lines and propeller cuts

• Pollution

• Overfishing

What role do mangrove forests play for juvenile sharks?

• They reduce salinity

• They increase water temperature

• They offer a nursery habitat

• They provide food

How long have sharks been evolving and adapting to changes?

• Thousands of years

• Millions of years

• Hundreds of years

• Decades

What is a major concern for sharks with rapid climate change?

• Increased food supply

• More breeding grounds

• Decreased predator presence

• Inability to adapt quickly

What is the main focus of Deb and Hannah's ongoing research?

• Tracking shark populations

• Analyzing fish migration

• Measuring ocean salinity

• Studying coral reefs