How the Ocean Shapes Our World - Understanding the Blue Machine
Offered By: The Royal Institution via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the ocean's profound impact on shaping our world in this captivating 56-minute lecture by physicist and oceanographer Helen Czerski. Dive into the complex workings of the ocean as a giant machine driving our planet's systems. Discover the rich diversity of marine life, from ancient navigators to deep-sea residents. Examine vast currents, invisible ocean walls, and underwater waterfalls that form intricate oceanic systems. Gain crucial insights into the global ocean system's significance, especially as it faces mounting threats. Learn how to apply this knowledge to protect our vital "blue machine." Czerski's expertise and passion for marine science offer a thrilling account of oceanic intricacies and their fundamental role in our world's future.
Syllabus
How does the ocean help shape our world? – with Helen Czerski
Taught by
The Royal Institution
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