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Noaa: Large Marine Ecosystems of the World

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed look at large marine ecosystems throughout the world. See animated maps showing the growth of chlorophyll in oceans, seas, and river systems.
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Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian Marine Ecosystems Exhibit

For Students 9th - 10th
Take an online tour of the Smithsonian's "Exploring Marine Ecosystems" exhibit. Learn about coral reefs and look behind the scenes as scientists maintain the model ecosystems.
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Science Struck

Science Struck: Facts About the Marine Biome

For Students 4th - 7th
Describes the characteristics of the marine biome, the plants and animals that live in each of the four ocean zones, coral reefs and estuaries, the climate of the marine biome, and the marine food web.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Types of Marine Organisms Study Guide

For Students 6th - 8th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This study guide summarizes key points about the types of organisms found in marine environments. Includes a few questions to check for understanding.
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Dive Into Worlds Within the Sea

For Students 3rd - 8th
Learn about three different marine ecosystems: coral reefs, the continental shelf, and the deep sea. Interactive game included, which will help players chart the interrelationships among organisms that live in each ecosystem.
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Scholastic

Scholastic: Ocean Life

For Students 9th - 10th
Good starting point for researching ocean life. Find general information, research-topic ideas, a glossary of important terms and people, and numerous links to related sites.
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Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Marine Organisms for Aquaria and Their Required Maintenance

For Teachers K - 1st
What can you do with an ocean animal aquarium in your classroom? This website offers information about ordering, setting up, and taking care of marine organisms for a 10-gallon aquarium which is a great way for learners to observe a...
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Types of Marine Organisms

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Provides an overview of the organisms living in the sea.
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NOAA

Noaa: Ocean Facts on Marine Fish Habitats

For Students 9th - 10th
The depletion of marine fish habitats from NOAA affects more than just the fish - it can affect you too! Learn facts about the importance of habitat preservation for science, and for people like you.
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Scholastic

Scholastic: Study Jams! Science: Ecosystems: Aquatic Ecosystems

For Students 3rd - 5th
A video and a short multiple-choice quiz on the topic of aquatic ecosystems. It discusses the difference between freshwater and saltwater ecosystems, then explains what the three ecozones are in a marine ecosystem.
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McGill University

Mc Gill University: Canadian Biodiversity: Ecozones: Pacific Marine

For Students 3rd - 8th
The Pacific Marine ecozone begins at the British Columbia Coast. This is a brief, concise description of the location, climate, geology and flora and fauna. It includes some images of the animals and birds native to the location. Many of...
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Ecological Society of America: Communicating Ecosystem Services

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A large collection of resources to aid professionals, community members, and educators in communicating the role and importance of ecosystem services. Issues addressed include pollination, marine nurseries, and water purification....
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Georgia Department of Education

Ga Virtual Learning: Coastal Ecosystems

For Students 9th - 10th
Students are introduced to the various marine environments, their unique formations, origin and identifying characteristics.
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National Geographic

National Geographic: Ecosystem Imbalance in the World

For Students 9th - 10th
In this instructional activity, students build on their knowledge of individual impacts on the ocean to see how the whole system can react to threats and changes. They examine ways in which human actions throw marine ecosystems out of...
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: What's the Big Idea? Marine Biology

For Students 3rd - 5th
An introduction to key concepts about the ocean, its ecosystems, and zones. With interactive flash cards that open in new windows to help you learn more.
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Morning Earth

Biosphere as Place: Ocean Benthic Biomes One

For Students 9th - 10th
Students investigate the Biology topic of ecosystems. The marine ecosystem tutorial consists of definitions, pictures, and examples of different ocean-benthic biomes.
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McGill University

Mc Gill University: Canadian Biodiversity: Ecozones: Northwest Atlantic Marine

For Students 3rd - 8th
The Northwest Atlantic Marine ecozone begins in the Gulf of St. Lawrence and extends to the southeastern end of Baffin Island. This is a brief, concise description of the location, climate, geology, and flora and fauna. It includes some...
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: It Takes All Kinds to Make a World

For Students 6th - 8th
Learn about the biodiversity found in the ocean by looking at examples of marine life.
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McGill University

Mc Gill University: Canadian Biodiversity: Ecozones: Arctic Basin Marine

For Students 3rd - 8th
The Arctic Basin Marine ecozone is found to the west of the Northwest Territories archipelago. This brief, concise description includes a collection of images of the animals and birds native to the location. Many of the images include...
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PBS

Quest: How Ocean Acidification Affects Shelled Organisms

For Students 5th - 6th
This step-by-step tutorial walks students through the effects of ocean acidification on some shelled marine organisms.
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McGill University

Mc Gill University: Canadian Biodiversity: Ecozones: Arctic Archipelago Marine

For Students 3rd - 8th
The Arctic Archipelago Marine ecozone includes Hudson Bay and most of the water surrounding the islands of Nunavut and the Northwest Territories. This is a brief, concise description of the location, climate, geology, and flora and...
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Cisa: The Impact on Drought on Coastal Ecosystems in the Carolinas [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
This State of Knowledge Report provides a synthesis and analysis of the peer-reviewed literature regarding drought impacts on coastal ecosystems in the Carolinas. Its objective is to expand current, limited understanding of drought...
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PBS

Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Marine Communities

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore saltwater ecosystems around Earth. Learn about oceans, estuaries, shores, and more.
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McGill University

Mc Gill University: Canadian Biodiversity: Ecozones: Atlantic Marine

For Students 3rd - 8th
The Atlantic Marine ecozone is located father out to sea and touches land at the southern coast of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia and the eastern coast of Nova Scotia and Newfoundland. This brief, concise description includes a collection...

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