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What is the primary reason for measuring sea surface temperature (SST)?
What is the primary reason for measuring sea surface temperature (SST)?
- To track the movement of marine animals
- To study the behavior of underwater volcanoes
- To monitor changes in underwater topography
- To understand the interaction between the ocean and Earth's atmosphere (correct)
How are El Niño and La Niña cycles identified using SST data?
How are El Niño and La Niña cycles identified using SST data?
- By observing warmer or colder than normal ocean temperatures in the Pacific near the equator (correct)
- By tracking changes in underwater currents
- By measuring the salinity of the ocean water
- By analyzing the behavior of marine mammals
What operational applications benefit from SST measurements?
What operational applications benefit from SST measurements?
- Agricultural irrigation management
- Urban planning and development
- Space exploration missions
- Climate and seasonal monitoring/forecasting (correct)
How do scientists measure SST?
How do scientists measure SST?
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What aspect of marine ecosystems is influenced by El Niño and La Niña cycles?
What aspect of marine ecosystems is influenced by El Niño and La Niña cycles?
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