World Oceans Day 2022: Five Surprising Facts About Oceans
Oceans, which cover more than 70% of the Earth’s surface, are one of the most important aspects of our world.
On June 8, the United Nations (UN) declared World Oceans Day to remind us all of how important large bodies of water are in preserving the planet’s environment.
According to the United Nations, the goal of World Oceans Day is to raise public awareness about the impact of human activities on the ocean.
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The event also aims to create a global citizen movement for the ocean, as well as organize and unify the global population around a proposal for the long-term management of the world’s seas.
Top 5 Surprising Facts For World Oceans Day 2022
1. 50% Oxygen Source
The seas are not only magnificent to glance at, but they also help to keep the globe alive by producing at least half of the world’s oxygen.
2. Contains 97% Water
About 1.34 billion cubic kilometers of water is held in the seas, accounting for nearly 97 percent of the world’s water supply.
This includes the weight of saltwater, which contains roughly 3.5 % dissolved salt as well as other vital elements such as chlorine, magnesium, but also calcium.
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3. Best Natural Air-Conditioner
The seas absorb the sun’s heat, and people are responsible for 30% of co2 emission. The seas absorb heat and transport it to the atmosphere, where it is distributed over the globe.
This pattern of heat dispersion has an impact on worldwide weather patterns and aids in the regulation of land temperatures.
In the winter, the ocean acts as a warmer, while in the summer, it acts as a natural air conditioner.
4. 80% Ocean Still Unexplored
More than 80 percent of the ocean is unmapped and unexplored, which makes it an interesting area of our planet. It is also intriguing for some marine enthusiasts as to how many species there are yet to be discovered. The ocean is also the home to some of the world’s oldest living organisms like Jellyfish, horseshoe crabs and more.
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5. Threaten Health of Oceans
Even the oceans have not been able to escape the effects of climate change and global warming.
The year 2020 was the warmest on record for the oceans, and warmer waters have had a variety of impacts, ranging from changing hues to endangered marine creatures like corals.
Rising sea levels, more intense storms, plastic waste, and other factors have all put the health of the seas at danger.
