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by Neeraj Nachiketa
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Oceanography
About Oceans
The ocean is a body of salt water that covers approximately 70.8% of the Earth and contains 97% of the Earth’s water. The ocean is an integral part of Earth’s systems and plays a crucial role in sustaining life on our planet. Its vastness and depth not only support a diverse array of ecosystems but also significantly influence global climate patterns and cycles. The ocean acts as a massive heat sink, absorbing and distributing heat around the globe, thereby regulating temperatures and weather patterns. Additionally, its role in the carbon and water cycles is paramount, as it helps regulate the distribution of these essential elements throughout the biosphere.
Oceanography indeed encompasses a vast array of studies ...
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