Problem 14
Compare and contrast the Atlantic Ocean Basin with the Pacific Ocean Basin. Which basin contains many deep-sea trenches? Which basin is getting larger with time?
Problem 14
Where does new seafloor form? A) trenches B) mid-ocean ridges C) abyssal plains D) continental shelves
Problem 15
Describe how you could set up an experiment to test the effects of different amounts of light on marine producers.
Problem 15
Infer why some industries might be interested in mining manganese nodules.
Problem 16
Write a paragraph that explains why ocean pollution is a problem that people can help prevent. List examples of things people can do to help.
Problem 16
Explain why ocean pollution is considered to be a serious international problem.
Problem 18
Explain the relationship between hydrothermal vents and minerals on the ocean floor. Why are these minerals not being mined?
Problem 19
Think Critically Scientists currently are researching the use of chemicals produced by marine organisms to help fight diseases including certain types of cancer. How would ocean pollution affect the ability to discover and research new drugs?
Problem 21
Classify each of these sea creatures as plankton, nekton, or benthos: shrimps, dolphins, sea stars, krill, coral, manatees, and algae.
Problem 22
Draw Conclusions At point \(A\) an echo, a sound wave bounced off the ocean floor, took 2 s to reach the ship. It took \(2.4 \mathrm{~s}\) at point B. Which point is deeper?
