MARINE SCIENCES

Marine Sciences details the explorers and scientists who expand the frontiers of marine science often finding things they do not expect. This comprehensive resource includes the study of the geology of the sea floor, the chemical and physical properties of the water, and the life that teems in and around it. It also discusses a selection of various reports, offering students insightful information on the methods and applications of oceanography. Chapters include: -The Ocean Depths Exploring the Seabed -Mid-Ocean Ridge The Largest Single Volcanic Feature on the Planet -Creatures of the Deep Sea -Tsunami Killer Waves -El Ni o and Weather -Harmful Algal Blooms Red Tides.