How the Ocean Works
Understanding how the ocean works is foundational to understanding life on this planet and to the discipline of oceanography. Get to know the big systems of the ocean: its cycles,
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Explore how the ocean shapes life on Earth. It sustains us, surprises us, and holds mysteries we''re only beginning to understand. Dive into key topics here.
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Ocean Acidification
Ocean acidification is a reduction in the pH of the ocean over an extended period of time, caused primarily by an increase of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) is the world''s premier independent organization dedicated exclusively to ocean research, technology, and education. We combine state-of-the-art
Three reasons why the ocean''s record-breaking hot streak is devastating
Ocean warming enhances hurricane activity, bleaches coral reefs and melts Antarctic sea ice. That warming has been off the charts for the past year.
The Gulf Stream
The ocean is a vast and critical reservoir that supports a diversity of life, helps regulate climate, provides a large amount of the planet''s oxygen, and stores an abundance of carbon dioxide.
Ocean | NASA Earthdata
The ocean covers more than 70% of Earth''s surface and contains 97% of the planet''s water. This vast, critical reservoir supports a abundance of life and helps regulate Earth''s climate.
Ocean Learning Hub
Discover the Ocean Learning Hub—your gateway to trusted ocean science content. Easily explore by topic, media type, grade level, and educational standards.
The deep ocean is more dynamic than you think – Woods Hole
The deep ocean is dynamic, with shifting currents and layers influencing climate, ecosystems, and global ocean processes.