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How big is the ocean? - Scott Gass

TED-Ed: Lessons Worth Sharing

English - February 01, 2019 13:00 - ★★★★ - 618 ratings
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While the Earth’s oceans are known as five separate entities, there is really only one ocean. So, how big is it? As of 2013, it takes up 71% of the Earth, houses 99% of the biosphere, and contains some of Earth’s grandest geological features. Scott Gass reminds us of the influence humans have on the ocean and the influence it has on us.