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True or false: Oceans make up 70% of the Earth's surface?
True or false: Oceans make up 70% of the Earth's surface?
True (A)
True or false: The oceans produce half of all the oxygen in our atmosphere?
True or false: The oceans produce half of all the oxygen in our atmosphere?
True (A)
True or false: The oceans are not important for providing food to coastal nations?
True or false: The oceans are not important for providing food to coastal nations?
False (B)
True or false: The seafloor is usually less than 10 kilometers in depth?
True or false: The seafloor is usually less than 10 kilometers in depth?
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True or false: The oceans are not important for supporting plant life?
True or false: The oceans are not important for supporting plant life?
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Oceans and Their Importance
- Oceans cover 70% of the Earth's surface.
- Oceans produce half of all the oxygen in our atmosphere.
- Oceans are a vital source of food for coastal nations, providing an essential component of their diet.
- The seafloor can be more than 10 kilometers in depth, contradicting the notion that it is usually less than 10 kilometers deep.
- Oceans play a crucial role in supporting plant life, making them an essential component of the ecosystem.
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