Goal 14

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Why are healthy oceans and seas essential to human existence?

They cover three-quarters of the Earth's surface

They provide key natural resources like food and medicines (correct)

They represent 99 percent of the living space on the planet by volume

They contain 97 percent of the Earth's water

What is the most harmful type of ocean pollution?

Plastic (correct)

Oil spills

Sediment runoff

Chemical waste

How does ocean acidification impact marine life?

It decreases acidity levels in the ocean

It increases biodiversity in the oceans

It disrupts the food web (correct)

It improves the survival rates of marine organisms

Why is careful management of oceans considered crucial for a sustainable future?

To safeguard vital services provided by the ocean Signup and view all the answers

What percentage more acidic is the ocean's average pH today compared to pre-industrial times?

30% Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of a sustainable future related to ocean conservation according to the text?

Intensifying conservation efforts Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of annual CO2 emissions generated by human activity does the ocean absorb?

23% Signup and view all the answers

Which industry already supports over a third of the labour force in some countries?

Tourism Signup and view all the answers

What is one major impact of the estimated 5 to 12 million metric tonnes of plastic entering the ocean annually?

Widespread marine heatwaves Signup and view all the answers

What is a key threat that tourism can pose if not carefully managed?

Threat to natural resources Signup and view all the answers

What has absorbed more than 90% of the excess heat in the climate system?

The ocean Signup and view all the answers

What agreement provides a legal framework for all activities in the ocean and seas?

Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Agreement in 2023 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary source of protein for over 50% of the population in least developed countries?

Marine fisheries Signup and view all the answers

How much plastic litter found on the ocean floor are single-use items like plastic bags?

~89% Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key goals for 2025 regarding marine pollution?

Prevent and significantly reduce marine pollution of all kinds, particularly from land-based activities Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the targets mentioned in the text for conserving coastal and marine areas by 2020?

Conserve at least 10% of coastal and marine areas Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the targets for regulating harvesting and ending overfishing by 2020?

Both a and b Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the targets mentioned in the text for increasing the economic benefits to small island developing states and least developed countries from the sustainable use of marine resources by 2030?

Increase the economic benefits through sustainable management of fisheries, aquaculture and tourism Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the targets for increasing scientific knowledge and developing research capacity by 2020?

Improve ocean health and enhance the contribution of marine biodiversity to the development of developing countries Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key challenges mentioned in the text that the Ocean Conference aims to address?

Addressing the interconnections and impacts of human-induced pressures on the ocean Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key objectives mentioned in the text for the Ocean Conference?

To propel much needed science-based innovative solutions aimed at starting a new chapter of global ocean action Signup and view all the answers

What was the logical next step when the landfill in Osaki, Japan reached capacity?

Build an incinerator Signup and view all the answers

What did the town of Osaki, Japan decide to do instead of building an incinerator when their landfill reached capacity?

Implement a recycling program Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Ocean Conference being co-hosted by the Governments of Kenya and Portugal?

The text does not provide any information about the significance of the co-hosting by Kenya and Portugal Signup and view all the answers