The Ocean-Atmospheric Interface

The Ocean-Atmospheric Interface

Watch the video titled “Ocean Temperatures – Changing Planet” (6 min 4 sec) under The Ocean terms section of the Science Corner. You can also view the video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WyD2aiqP_s. Next, describe one (1) way that scientists use the ocean to monitor climate change. Then, examine the overall impact of a warmer ocean on the climate

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The oceans are large amounts of water masses that together cover about 70% of the earth’s surface. They touch all the continents of the earth and influence also of economic activities on the coasts of the oceans. They are also home to thousands of sea creatures and contribute largely to the overall food chain of animals. Scientists use the oceans to monitor climate change by measuring the ocean temperatures over a long period of time and then…
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