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