General
What Marine Biologists Study
Life in the Ocean
ROV Means?
Remotely Operated Vehicle
The bottom of the Marine food chain
Plankton
What are two types of Plankton
Zooplankton and Phytoplankton
What are intricate ecosystems made up of tiny coral polyps and support a wide range of marine species?
Coral Reefs
What is a Key Topic Marine Biologists study?
The diversity of marine species, the health of marine ecosystems, the impact of human activities on the ocean, and the conservation of marine life?
In what type of settings do marine biologists conduct experiments to investigate specific aspects of marine life?
Controlled Laboratory
Class of animals that have remarkable camouflaging abilities.
Cephalopods
Which group of marine creatures do seagulls, pelicans, and penguins belong to?
Birds adapted to life in or around the ocean
What is the process by which marine plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into sugars and oxygen?
Photosynthesis
What percentage of the world's surface is covered by the ocean?
71%
This technology uses sound propagation to detect objects and communicate underwater.
Sonar
What important role do crustaceans like krill often play in marine ecosystems?
Food
Name one well-known marine reptile that spends part of its life in the ocean.
Sea Turtle
Name the largest coral reef system in the world.
The Great Barrier Reef
In which type of environments do marine biologists primarily conduct their research?
Marine Environments
How do researchers monitor the movements and behaviors of marine animals like whales, sharks, and sea turtles?
Tagging
What is a key adaptation of marine mammals that helps them survive in the water?
Specialized features like blubber for insulation
Apart from sea turtles, name one other type of marine reptile mentioned in the provided information.
Marine iguanas and saltwater crocodiles
What advanced technology allows marine biologists to explore the deepest parts of the ocean, providing insights into deep-sea environments?
ROVs
Why is marine biology considered vital?
For our understanding of the oceans and their importance to the planet's ecology and human well-being
What methods do marine biologists use to access underwater environments for direct observation, specimen collection, and data collection?
Scuba diving and Subbmersibles
What are Coral Reefs made up of?
Tiny coral polyps
Which group of bird species are adapted to life in or around the ocean and feed on fish and other marine creatures?
Seabirds
Name the process through which marine biologists track the movements and behaviors of marine animals, such as whales and sharks.
Tagging and tracking