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Answer the following question in one or two paragraphs
Why are oceans important?
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Solution
Oceans are very important for us for many reasons:
- Oceans are great storehouses of oil and mineral resources.
- They support a large variety of aquatic life.
- They facilitate international trade by providing trade routes.
- Oceans are also a source of food supply for many people around the world.
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