Oceanography

1. Black Smoker Expedition  (site info) Very hot sulfur-rich waters coming from volcanic vents in the ocean floor crystallize into chimneys called black smokers. Scientists overcame many challenges to bring a few up, so they could study their formation and the odd things living there. http://www.amnh.org/nationalcenter/expeditions/ 2. Secchi Disc (Transparency Disk)  (site info) An interactive exercise that demonstrates how to measure the clarity of the water and light penetration. http://www.eoascientific.com/interactive/secchi_di... 3. Oceanography in Atlantic Region of Canada  (site info) Highlights research that is taking place in the Atlantic Region of Canada, including fisheries management, aquaculture, hydrography, marine ecology and chemistry, oil exploration, and careers. http://www.eoascientific.com/oceanography/index.ht... 4. Treasures@Sea  (site info) A literature based unit about the ocean. Includes based lesson plans, interactive games, puzzles and quizzes, print activities, and experiments. Read or dive for a treasure hunt. http://www.fi.edu/fellows/fellow8/dec98/main.html 5. NOAA Kids Corner  (site info) Test what you know about sea life and learn about undersea research. Includes an introduction to marine careers, as well as coloring pages and an online puzzle. http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/kids.htm 1-5 of 9. Next »