Category: Marine Life

Introduction The marine transportation system consists of various structures. They include, among others, waterways, fixed infrastructure, such as ports or terminals, and intermodal connections. It is also made up of means of transportation, system users, and organizational networks that ensure the vessels and infrastructure are used effectively. Marine transport can be global or domestic in…

Description: Stunning drone images near Lendalfoot in South Ayrshire captured a glimpse of a mammoth whirlpool off the Scottish west coast. According to the Scottish Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA), the phenomenon is linked to recent rainwater that came into contact with wastewater, forming leachate (as cited in Parsons, 2021). The wastewater is further confirmed to…

The rapid rise of science and the appearance of new technologies conditioned numerous discoveries that contributed to the better comprehending of the nature of the world in which we live. Humanity acquired an opportunity to investigate numerous landscapes and environments, understand their unique peculiarities, and provide a detailed description. Yet, the ocean and sea have…

Marine pollution is a sad yet integral part of the 21st century reality. A range of technological advances and solutions for economic issues pose a tangible threat to environment, and oceans are by far the most vulnerable element of the latter. A recent marine pollution issue shows in a very graphic way that the safety…

Table of Contents Phylum Porifera Phylum Cnidaria Phylum Mollusca Phylum Arthropoda Phylum Echinodermata Phylum Chordata Phylum Heterokontophyta One of the important aspects of marine biology is the study of how marine organisms exhibit a variety of physiologic adaptation that makes them suitable for the marine environment and particularly successful in a particular ecological niche within…

An ocean can be one of the most fascinating creations ever. It can be terrifying to see such a vast water collection. But it can also be exciting to imagine such a habitat for millions of species. The rolling waves, the breeze, and the sand under ones feet on ocean beaches all speak of the…

People have traveled across seas and oceans for centuries. During ancient times, people mainly avoided open seas as they used various landmarks to navigate. However, sailors gained experience and developed various methods and tools to find their way. The development of technology contributed greatly to the development of sea navigation as people could depend less…

The exploration of space has always set peoples imagination on fire. Popular science fiction only added to the excitement of the humankind, making people wonder what wonders the Universe has in store for its explorers. However, focusing on the unknown and the mysterious that the outer space concealed, people are apt to forgetting that the…

The development of ecosystems is affected by various physical, biological, and chemical agents, and these effects can be both positive and negative. It is noteworthy that in the majority of cases this is an adverse impact. For instance, such physical agents as oil spills or surface plastic debris can be harmful to marine mammals due…

Table of Contents Abstract Baltic and North Sea: Introduction Geography of North Sea and Baltic Sea Descriptive Hydrography of the Area Religious Approach Conclusion References Why dont the Baltic and North Sea mix? This question has been puzzling scientists for a long time. Aside from being a natural phenomenon, the two seas that meet in…