OLLP_Introduction to Biological Oceanography Lesson

 Introduction to Biological Oceanography

The last part of oceanography that we're embarking on in this course is Biological Oceanography. From microscopic phytoplankton, the primary producers in the marine food web, to the complex behaviors of marine mammals, the ocean is teeming with life in a variety of forms. We will explore the intricate relationships between these organisms and their environments, delving into how they have adapted to thrive in conditions ranging from the sunlit waters of the coral reefs to the dark, high-pressure depths of the ocean trenches. 

Use the video to discover what you will learn about in biological oceanography. 

Over the next two modules, our exploration will also cover the various ecosystems within the marine environment, such as estuaries, coral reefs, and deep-sea vents. Each ecosystem hosts unique organism communities that interact in complex food webs and contribute to the ocean's overall health. We'll look at the role of marine biodiversity in maintaining ecological balance and how it affects global environmental systems, including climate regulation and carbon cycling. 

To Recap:

  • Biological oceanography is the fourth part of oceanography.
  • It studies the biological connections between organisms in the ocean.
  • It focuses on understanding the roles of organisms in maintaining ecological balance.
  • It also studies the impact of these organisms on global environmental systems, including climate and carbon cycles.

 

 

What's The point_science (1)

We learned that the fourth part of oceanography is biological oceanography and depends on the biological connections between all organisms and their impact on the ocean. This exploration will focus on understanding the critical roles these organisms and ecosystems play in maintaining the ecological balance of the ocean and their impact on global environmental systems, including climate and carbon cycles.   

 

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