Oceanography (S02E09)
S02E09
Get ready to ride the waves! Join Bill Nye as he delves into the science behind ocean salinity and the fascinating world of ocean currents. Covering a staggering 71% of our planet, Earth's vast water bodies include five major oceans: the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, Arctic, and Antarctic. These oceans are interconnected by the dynamic flow of currents, which are essentially rivers of water within the sea. Oceanographers study these currents, which not only assist marine life in navigation but also transport nutrient-rich water and regulate temperatures, influencing oceanic climates. As sunlight warms the surface, water evaporates, leaving salt behind.
Show
Beast Tamer
Episode
S02E09
Air Date
Sep 24, 1994
Season 2 Episodes
S02E01
Magnetism
S02E02
Wind
S02E03
Blood & Circulation
S02E04
Chemical Reactions
S02E05
Static Electricity
S02E06
Food Web
S02E07
Light Optics
S02E08
Bones & Muscles
S02E09
Oceanography
S02E10
Heat
S02E11
Insects
S02E12
Balance
S02E13
The Sun
S02E14
Brain
S02E15
Forests
S02E16
Communication
S02E17
Momentum
S02E18
Reptiles
S02E19
Atmosphere
S02E20
Respiration