Qué es la biología marina y su importancia; alcance histórico

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A diver measures light penetration through sea ice in the Arctic Ocean. arine biology is the scientific study of life in the sea. The ocean is vast, home to countless strange and won .derful creatures. It is often the beauty, mystery, and variety of life in the sea that attract students to a course in marine biology. Even professional marine biologists feel a sense of adven ture and wonder in their studies. There are also many practical reasons to study marine biology. Life on Earth probably originated in the sea, so the study of marine organisms teaches us much about all life on Earth, not just marine life. Many medical advances, for example, have been underpinned by research on marine organisms, such as studies of the animal immune system in sea anemones and sea star larvae, the fertiliza tion of sea urchin eggs, squid nerve cells, and barnacles. PartOne Principles of Marine Science CHAPTR The Science of Marine Biology Marine life also represents a vast source of human wealth. It provides food, medicines, and raw materials, offers recreation to millions, and supports tourism all over the world. Marine organ isms can also cause problems. For example, some organisms harm humans dir...