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How much of the ocean is still unexplored?
About 25%
About 40%
About 80%
What percent of ocean species are still unknown to science?
91%
60%
75%
What role do oceans play in climate regulation?
They produce oxygen like trees
They absorb CO₂ and help control temperature
They reflect sunlight away from Earth
What valuable things are found on the ocean floor?
Rare plants and trees
Minerals and energy resources
Freshwater sources
Why are marine organisms important in medicine?
They are used as food for hospital patients
They clean polluted water
They help scientists create new treatments
How does the cost of ocean exploration compare to space missions?
It is much cheaper
It costs about the same
It is more expensive
Why is deep-sea exploration dangerous?
High pressure can crush equipment and harm people
The water is too cold to survive
It’s hard to see in the dark
What is one benefit of underwater robots and submarines?
They can fly faster than planes
They can talk to animals
They can improve medicine and engineering
How can ocean knowledge help protect people?
By reducing fishing costs
By predicting tsunamis and hurricanes
By finding lost ships
What makes the ocean inspiring to scientists and explorers?
It has strange and glowing creatures
It is easier to explore than space
It is the oldest part of Earth
How much of the universe has been explored by humans?
Around 75%
Only a tiny part
About half
What are scientists looking for in space?
New kinds of weather
Flying animals
Signs of life on other planets
Why could space exploration be important for human survival?
It may help if Earth becomes unlivable
It lets people become younger
It teaches us how to grow food faster
What are some inventions that came from space programs?
Cars and bicycles
GPS and solar panels
Microscopes and test tubes
How expensive are space missions?
They are usually not that expensive
They cost billions of dollars
They cost a few thousand dollars
What dangers do astronauts face in space?
Cold ocean temperatures
Too much gravity
Radiation and rocket failure
