Branches of Oceanography

The study of oceanography includes all aspects of the ocean, from examining microscopic plankton and monitoring the ocean's chemistry, to exploring deep ocean hydrothermal vents and tracking the global circulation of ocean currents. In this topic, you'll learn about the four branches of oceanography: biological, chemical, geological, and physical.

Blue-water diver uses glass jar to capture gelatinous specimens, NOAA

Essential Questions

• What is biological oceanography?
• What is chemical oceanography?
• What is geological oceanography?
• What is physical oceanography?