Unit 2 Oceans

Question 1

Significance of the oceans?

Answer 1

Moves energy from the tropical latitudes
Adds moisture to the air
Absorbs heat and carbon dioxide
React slowly but with great momentum

Question 2

How is the ocean an example of the Tragedy of the Commons?

Answer 2

Open oceans are considered Common Property Resources

Question 3

What adds to the puzzle of tuna?

Answer 3

Tuna have a wide range
Tuna is incredibly valuable
Tuna is readily available to consumers
It is hard to harvest tuna without harming other species

Question 4

What are the problems to restoring the marine fishery?

Answer 4

Enormity factor
Shifting baselines
Tragedy of the Commons
Management issue

Question 5

How to restore the marine fishery?

Answer 5

Marine protected areas
Reduced catches
Restriction on fishing methods
Use of more sustainable technologies
Better decision-making mechanisms