Question

Tell the importance of oceans.

Answer 1

• Oceans are a major source of fish, seafood, salt, minerals, petroleum and natural gas.
• They help regulate the climate and temperature of coastal regions.
• Oceans play an important role in the water cycle by supplying water vapour for rainfall.
• They provide important sea routes for international trade and transport.
• Oceans support a great variety of marine plants and animals.
• They provide employment through fishing, shipping, tourism and related industries.
• Oceans also help in producing energy from tides, waves and offshore resources.