Oceanography

When the two most abundant elements in seawater, sodium and chloride ions, combine, they form sodium chloride salt (NaCl), which is commonly known as table salt. This compound makes up the majority of the dissolved solids in seawater.

The rise and fall in sea level caused by gravity is called a tidal cycle. Tides are caused by the gravitational forces of the moon and the sun acting on the Earth's oceans.

Some of the major mid-ocean ridges around the world include the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, the East Pacific Rise, the South East Indian Ridge, and the Southwest Indian Ridge. These ridges are underwater mountain ranges where tectonic plates are moving apart and new oceanic crust is being formed.

Yes, waves are a major force of erosion along coasts. The continuous impact of waves against the coastline wears away rock and sediment, leading to the erosion of coastal landforms. This erosion can result in the formation of cliffs, sea caves, and other coastal features.

The term you are referring to is "thermocline." It is the layer of water in the ocean where there is a rapid change in temperature with depth, serving as a barrier between warmer surface water and colder deep water.

Mangrove forests are coastal environments that typically border estuaries. They are known for their unique trees with roots that extend into the water and provide important habitats for various species. Salt marshes are another common coastal environment found along estuaries, featuring grasses and other vegetation that thrive in brackish water and provide important nursery areas for marine life.

At divergent plate boundaries crust moves apart by tensional forces. Black smokers occur because cold water mixes with hot volcanic magma thousands of miles below the crust. As the mixture rises, it removes minerals from surrounding rocks. When this mixture comes in contact with the cold ocean water the minerals precipitate and form the "black smoke" that we observe.

The amount of salt water you get will depend on the concentration of salt in the water. When you mix salt with water, the salt dissolves into the water to increase its volume slightly. The overall volume of the salt water will be the sum of the volumes of the original salt and water components.

1. Alluvial deposits, which are created by the movement of water and include sediments like sand, clay, and gravel.
2. Glacial deposits, formed by the movement and melting of glaciers, leaving behind materials such as moraines, till, and outwash.
3. Delta deposits, which are sediment accumulations at the mouths of rivers where water flow slows and sediment is dropped, forming features like distributaries and levees.

Oxygen is found at high levels near the surface of the ocean due to plant photosynthesis. Plants in the ocean, like phytoplankton, produce oxygen as a byproduct of photosynthesis, leading to high concentrations of oxygen in the surface waters.

Scientists refer to the ocean water on Earth as the global ocean because it is one interconnected body of water that covers over 70% of the planet's surface. Despite being divided into different seas and oceans, they are all part of the same continuous body of water. Viewing it as one global entity helps scientists study its interconnected systems and processes.

The Kraken is a legendary sea monster that is said to create maelstroms by churning the seas with its powerful movements. It is often depicted as a giant octopus or squid capable of causing chaos and destruction in the ocean.

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Rising sea levels can lead to habitat loss for both flora and fauna in coastal areas. Saltwater intrusion can affect plant species and wetland ecosystems, while animals may lose nesting grounds and food sources. Climate change impacts, such as increased storm surges, can also disrupt the natural balance and lead to declines in biodiversity.

Lithogenous sediment is the most common neritic deposit because it is primarily derived from the erosion and weathering of rocks on land. These sediments are transported to the ocean by rivers and wind, accumulating in shallow continental shelf areas where neritic deposits are found. This continuous process of erosion and transportation ensures a steady supply of lithogenous sediment to neritic environments.

The brushlike structures on a polychaete body are called parapodia. They are used for locomotion, respiration, and sometimes for feeding in many species of polychaetes, which are a type of marine annelid worm.

Ocean currents at the SURFACE -- their primary cause is SOLAR ENERGY. Due to solar energy, much of the wind pattern originates and this wind pattern in turn causes ocean currents on the surface.

Silica, in the form of silicon dioxide (SiO2), is a common compound found in magma and is a major component of many types of volcanic rocks. It plays a key role in determining the viscosity and explosiveness of a volcanic eruption.

The total volume of water on Earth is estimated at 1.386 billion km³ (333 million cubic miles).

About 97.5% of water on Earth is salt water and 2.5% fresh water.

Of the 2.5% fresh water, only 0.3% is in liquid form on the surface.

A breakdown of the various forms of water is as follows, going from the largest to the smallest.

96.5000% Oceans, Seas, bays

1.7400% Ice caps, glaciers, snow

0.9400% Saline Groundwater

0.7600% Fresh groundwater

0.0220% Ground ice and permafrost

0.0070% Fresh Lakes

0.0060% Saline Lakes

0.0010% Soil moisture

0.0010% Atmosphere

0.0008% Swamps

0.0002% Rivers

0.0001% Biological

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Its all depends on the beaches and if it has calm waters, temperature many things are needed but if there are to man y organism that eat these plants they will eat them all and then what will happen is the animal will leave or it will become extinct.

Earth's past climate, ocean circulation patterns, and geological history. By analyzing the layers of sediment in these cores, scientists can infer past environmental conditions, including changes in temperature, sea level, and the presence of certain organisms. This data helps us understand the Earth's history and can provide valuable insights into future climate trends.

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1. Crust: Earth's outer layer made up of solid rock and soil.
2. Mantle: Layer beneath the crust consisting of solid and molten rock.
3. Core: Earth's innermost layer composed of a solid inner core and a liquid outer core.