World Oceans Day

High school (ages 12+)
Environment & Earth

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/world-oceans-day

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. How deep is World Oceans Day?Mariana Trench
2. How long is World Oceans Day?Mid-ocean ridges
3. When was World Oceans Day built?2008
4. What is the percentage of earth's surface covered by oceans?Approximately 71%
5. What is the global trade volume transported by sea?Approximately 80%
6. What is World Oceans Day and why is it celebrated?World Oceans Day is a day set by the United Nations on June 8 to celebrate oceans and raise awareness about protecting marine life and the planet. It helps people learn about oceans and work together to keep them healthy.

Anthropogenic: Originating in human activity.
Ocean Acidification: The ongoing decrease in the pH of the Earth's oceans, caused by the uptake of CO2 from the atmosphere.
Marine Protected Areas (MPAs): Designated areas of the sea where human activities are restricted to protect marine ecosystems.
Blue Economy: The sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth while preserving the health of ocean ecosystems.