Question

Oceanography, the science of oceans, is the scientific study of all aspects of the ocean, its boundaries and
continents. To be more specific, oceanography is the study of the seas, its coastline, estuaries, coastal
waters, shelves and the ocean bed. As such it is an interdisciplinary science that integrates principles of
Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Meteorology and Physics.
Oceanography is an exciting field that offers one the advantage of being involved with a variety of
scientific disciplines. It is an opportunity for a lifetime of learning. Oceanography, today, is of great
significance to developing countries. A career in this area is really a challenging one and it provides an
opportunity to those with intrinsic curiosity and a desire to venture into the vast realm of the unknown
which exists within our oceans.
The work involves collecting samples, conducting surveys and analysing data using sophisticated
equipment. Oceanographers apply the basic sciences to study the world's oceans and coastal waters,
the motion and circulation of the ocean waters and their physical and chemical properties. They also
study how these properties affect coastal areas, climate, and weather. Often they are chemists, physicists,
biologists, or geologists who bring their special skills to ocean studies. Being essentially a research-oriented
profession, long periods are spent at the sea with all its challenges and hazards. Depending upon the
areas of specialization, one may work in fields such as marine biology, geological oceanography, physical
oceanography and chemical oceanography.
(1 x 8 = 8 Marks)
i.
On the basis of your understanding of the passage, answer these questions,
What is oceanography?
ii. Why is it called an interdisciplinary science?
iii. What does this science offer?
iv. Why is a career in this area really challenging?
What does the wok involve?
V.
vi. What do oceanographers apply the basic science to study?
vii. Name some professionals who bring their special skills to ocean studies.
viii. List some fields in which one may word depending on one's specialization.​

Answer 1

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Oceanography applies chemistry, geology, meteorology, biology, and other branches of science to the study of the ocean. It is especially important today as climate change, pollution, and other factors are threatening the ocean and its marine life.

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