Question

listed in the item bank are key terms and expressions, each of which is associated with one of the columns. some terms may display additional information when you click on them. drag and drop each item into the correct column. order does not matter. the oceans are a vast, dynamic system, and they impact the earth in many ways. they are influenced by the earth in a variety of ways as well. categorize the statements below regarding the complexity of earths oceans according to whether they are true or false. true false the oceans tides are mostly influenced by the moons gravity. the oceans tides are mostly influenced by the suns gravity. ocean organisms produce much of this atmospheres oxygen. most waves are created by ocean currents. the ocean is so vast that its resources are unlimited. the oceans have zero impact on earths climate.

Explanation:

1. The ocean's tides are mostly influenced by the moon's gravity - True. Tides are mainly caused by the gravitational pull of the moon on Earth's oceans.
2. Most waves are created by ocean currents - False. Most waves are created by wind blowing over the water surface.
3. Ocean organisms produce much of the atmosphere's oxygen - True. Phytoplankton in the ocean are major oxygen - producers through photosynthesis.
4. The oceans have zero impact on Earth's climate - False. Oceans play a huge role in regulating Earth's climate by absorbing and storing heat, and affecting weather patterns.
5. The ocean's tides are mostly influenced by the sun's gravity - False. While the sun also affects tides, the moon has a stronger influence due to its closer proximity to Earth.
6. The ocean is so vast that its resources are unlimited - False. Although the ocean is large, its resources such as fish stocks, minerals etc. can be depleted through over - exploitation.

Answer:

1. True
2. False
3. True
4. False
5. False
6. False