Question

Majority of the districts in kerala shares border with Arabia sea. The influence of ocean in our nature and lifestyle is therefore very evident. Findout the different ways in which oceans are useful to man. 3 point​

Answer 1

They are useful as they regulate the environment and provide fresh air.

• Oceans are useful to man as -

1. About half of the world's oxygen is generated by the ocean, which also consumes 50 times more carbon dioxide than our atmosphere.
2. The ocean transfers heat from the equator to the poles, controlling our atmosphere and weather patterns. It covers around 70% of the Earth's surface.
3. They are vital for worldwide food security and well being of people, as well as host vast biodiversity reservoirs.

Answer 2

Answer:

Weather: Moderate temperature in coastal areas

Climate regulation: Covering 70 percent of the Earth's surface, the ocean transports heat from the equator to the poles, regulating our climate and weather patterns.

Transportation: Seventy-six percent of all U.S. trade involves some form of marine transportation.

Recreation: From fishing to boating to kayaking and whale watching, the ocean provides us with many unique activities.

Economic benefits: The U.S. ocean economy produces $282 billion in goods and services and ocean-dependent businesses employ almost three million people.

Food: The ocean provides more than just seafood; ingredients from the sea are found in surprising foods such as peanut butter and soymilk.

Medicine: Many medicinal products come from the ocean, including ingredients that help fight cancer, arthritis, Alzheimer's disease, and heart disease.