The Physical Ocean
The Sea Connects All Things
The ocean comprises 71% of the earth's surface and is an integral part of every aspect of human life. Throughout history, the ocean has connected our world — through exploration and scientific inquiry, immigration and acculturation, trade, and the exploitation of maritime resources. The ocean is essential to human well-being through production of fresh water, food, energy, and medicine. Without a healthy ocean, our survival is at risk.
To understand the ocean — and thereafter to act on its behalf — requires comprehensive, responsible information. As an integrated, global social system, ocean knowledge is complex and synergistic. The sites recommended here can provide the best organized, most comprehensive resources for answers to your ocean questions.
