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Lesson 159 of 500 · Extra Passages
⭐ 30 XPOceans Oceanography Part 3
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Oceans are huge bodies of saltwater that cover about 71% of our planet's surface.
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Oceans are huge bodies of saltwater that cover about 71% of our planet's surface. Oceanography is the study of these oceans, including their waters, life, and the seafloor. Scientists called oceanographers explore how ocean currents, tides, and waves work. For example, they study how warm water from the equator moves toward the poles, influencing weather patterns all around the world. Understanding these processes helps us learn more about our Earth and its climate.
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