Imagine living in the lost city of Atlantis where everyone is living underwater and their is a sufficient supply of exquisite food and fresh drinkable water. Though this may seem impossible and only found in fictional worlds such as the DC Comics universe, science can now make this possible. Even though space exploration has been the main objective of many scientist and groups, colonizing and exploring the vasts oceans should become the main objective for many various reasons. By defining the necessity for pursuing ocean exploration and colonization as a more realistic than present space exploration, by refuting those who claim space exploration should take precedence, by presenting compelling evidence, expert opinions, and strong arguments , all will be persuaded that exploration and colonization of the ocean is imperative, realistic, and should take priority over space exploration.
Colonizing the oceans would be surprisingly beneficial to humans because it would help decrease the population in highly populated countries, such as China who has an AQI (Air Quality Index) of 300+. This means that it is very hazardous to go outside (project). In order to decrease the pollution in
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According to Taylor Casti of Mashsable.com , “Space has been the clear leader for a long time. $17.8 billion dollars is going toward space exploration in 2013, compared to the $5 billion dollars that goes toward oceanic exploration. This discrepancy has led to skewed results: While 500 individuals have been sent into space, only three have visited the deepest part of the ocean, the Mariana Trench”. In terms of discovery and experimentation, this large discrepancy in 2013 caused ocean exploration to be behind. As Mark Strauss says, “No matter where we live, we can go outside on a clear night, look up into the sky, and wonder about what's out there”
The Ocean is 70 percent of the earth surface, humans have explored less than five percent of the ocean, and is home to innumerable amount of living organisms. One of its oldest inhabitants is the Cheloniidae dates back to the Triassic era, roughly 250 million years ago, (Wang et al.,
Within explicit texts, "Into the Deep," by Spencer Kayden moreover including, "What's Down There," by Mackenzie Carro, there is a ubiquitous theme concerning the correspondence between humankind and the subterrene ocean. It investigates how we are achieving to find life submerged in the sea using modern technology. It explains that we continue to discover multiple forms of life underneath the shores using research and submersibles. Because of this detail and additional ideas pointed out in both pieces, the two are more comparable than expected.
The world is home to many living things, the majority of life on earth though is living in the ocean with a percent of 94%. Since the beginning of the 1800s, man has been mapping the great oceans and what’s in them, but no more than 90 years ago have we started to look deeper. The ocean hasn't been completely explored, but with the advances in ocean exploration technology, scuba diving’s, and with those finds of strange creatures and treasures along the way.
People who think we should explore space more than the ocean might say that with new technology, we are just beginning to discover things outside of our solar system. Well I think that there are so many things on our own planet that we have yet to discover. The ocean is a perfect example of that. In 2010 scientist Santiago Herrera embarked on an expedition in the water near Indonesia to determine areas worth returning for research. "Scientists saw far more than they expected...on this expedition, Herrera says, 'we were never bored because we were constantly seeing amazing species. We suspect this is one of the areas of highest biodiversity on Earth." (page 208) Many people believe that with more expeditions in space, life on other planets or habitable planets will be discovered. I believe there are many, many new species yet to be discovered, especially in the ocean. "To date, scientists have identified more than 1,300 species in deep-sea chemosynthetic habitats. These organisms have introduced us to completely new ways of life and expanded our view of how adaptable life can be." (208) Scientist Craig Smith who is a professor at the University of Hawaii believes that scientists will continue to find new life in surprising locations. As these examples show, exploring the ocean is more important than exploring
In 2004 The US Ocean Commission proposed several critical recommendations to address the health and management of our oceans. These recommendations range from better organization of current management offices to education of the public on issues pertaining to oceans and coastal areas. The importance of healthy oceans, waterways, and coastal areas cannot be denied. As humans we rely on these areas for food, fuel, materials for various products, and recreation just to name a few. Aside from the human aspect the health of the earth’s oceans is also bound to the air and land. Many other creatures throughout the world depend on a harmonious balance of the human species with the waters that surrounds us. The sooner we can find equilibrium with
In his acceptance speech to the Democratic National Convention on June 27, 1936, President Franklin Roosevelt mentioned many challenges and concerns facing the United States during that time period. In his speech the President used short-hand phrases, brief references, and pejorative naming to make his larger, political and ideological points. FDR used terms like ‘economic royalists’, along with phrases like ‘new despotism wrapped in the robes of legal sanctions’, to identify the large corporations, investors and employers, who according to him are trying to influence policies and control the government for their own personal benefits. The President also uses phrases like ‘Necessitous men are not free men’, to reiterate his concerns and to point out how the working people of America are being deprived from their rights by these very same privileged employers. FDR compares 1936 to 1776, referring to the American Revolution and its significance in putting the power back in the hands of the average Americans, and how it is necessary to check the power of the corporations in order to protect the interests of the American people and restore the power back in the hands of the people.
The oceans need to be protected because it is where life began and if not taken care of, life as we know it will end. The well-being of the ocean is constantly being threatened and needs to stop. When dangerous substances go into the ocean, ecosystems suffer and become endangered along with the lives of people and marine life. The importance of protecting and preserving the quality and biodiversity of the world 's coasts must be recognized because they are truly irreplaceable. If humans are not educated , and become careless about what is thrown on the ground or sprayed on lawns, disastrous effects follow when it comes to the condition of the ocean’s ecosystems, which can endanger life itself, leading to a problem only we can correct. There is historical evidence of ocean pollution, although the problem still shadows us today.
Exploring the world’s oceans can have immediate benefits for humanity. Philippe Cousteau in his commentary “Why Exploring the Ocean is Mankind’s next Giant Leap” points out that the ocean can be a source of medical treatments as well as energy. He mentions an early treatment for HIV that came from a reef sponge, and the generation of wind energy. It is not just likely that there are more of these same important discoveries just waiting; it is nearly certain. “Living in the Dark,” by Cheryl Bardoe outlines the discovery of new ecosystems
Astonishingly, Did you know that we have better maps of the moon than we do of the ocean? (#7) It’s true! Scientists are working to make drones to explore the deep sea. Ocean Exploration is a developing science that incorporates the use of marine biology and drone technology. Ocean Exploration technology will be an overall benefit to society because 1. exploring the ocean is easier than before and 2. ocean exploration can help with monitoring the deep sea.
“Space exploration is a force of nature unto itself that no other force in society can rival.” The famous astrophysicist and astronomer, Neil Degrasse Tyson, once said these powerful words. What Neil Degrasse Tyson meant is that space exploration, is unlike anything else as it compels people to explore and discover the unknown. It gathers interest in science and it’s many field, which is the foundation of society and the the future. Space exploration can solve many of the problems caused by humanity and further develop society. Ever since I was a child, I have always admired outer space with all of its stars and comets, and wanted to learn more about space. I have done more than sufficient research on this topic through various websites and articles on the Internet. Firstly, I will discuss the progression of technology from space exploration. Then, I will
They say only a few will ever speak loud enough to be heard over the other seven billion voices on the planet. Today someone is shouting. Screaming off of the pages of “The World is Blue” is Sylvia Earle, National Geographic Society’s Explorer in Residence, and vast contributor to the effort to preserve the planet’s oceans. Earle’s book is not an inconvenient truth, fueled by politics and funding, but rather, by Earle’s heart for the ocean, and
One reason that we should explore the ocean is that it is easier to explore. For example It’s on earth so It’s easier to get equipment to the water. It’s closer so it’s faster to get there, In space it could take years to get back from space. Also It’s all the
Many people think the exploration of the ocean is proof of advancements in technology. People believe that mining in the ocean can lead to ocean-based power generation and farming.Also, many countries would not object to the chance to get resources from the ocean even with potential harm to the ocean.
Since the beginning of the human race, people have flocked to the ocean. The largest civilizations were built in fertile, coastal areas. Oceanographer and professor at Stanford University, Mark Denny, opened up his book, How the Ocean Works: An Introduction to Oceanography, with the statement, “Throughout history, men and women have been drawn to the sea” (Denny 1). Here in Hawaii, this is especially notable. Hawaii was discovered by islanders who were adventuring across the sea, using it to feed them and working with the currents on their journey. Now, hundreds of years later, visiting the white sandy beaches and crystal blue waters of Hawaii is on nearly the whole world’s bucket list, but it might not be around for much longer. This would be devastating to the planet, as environmental expert Jennifer Weeks says oceans supply most of the Earth’s food and oxygen (Weeks). Not only does the sea provide the most basic necessities for survival, but it has also provided “...Anticancer and antiviral drugs based on substances produced by coral reef species...” (Weeks). Despite all the research that has been done, and is currently underway right this moment, we still know less about the ocean than we do about space! Elisabeth Mann Borgese, an expert in environmentalism, has written, “Our ignorance of the ocean is profound, and although we have learned much during the last hundred years, our knowledge of ocean processes and life in the oceans will remain forever incomplete” (Borgese 23). As Borgese said, it is impossible to learn all there is to know about the sea, but knowing what to do to fix the state of the world’s oceans is vital and attainable information.
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