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How are satellites used to observe the ocean?
Why do scientists measure sea surface temperature?
What are beach advisories and beach closures?
What is an oil spill trajectory?
How does NOAA help clean up oil and chemical spills?
How do natural disasters contribute to marine debris?
How do we forecast harmful algal blooms?
Does coral jewelry make a good gift?
Where is the largest estuary in the United States?
What is the significance of the NOAA logo?
How do sanctuaries protect marine life?
What was the first national marine sanctuary to be designated?
What threats do coastal communities face?
What is an environmental sensitivity index map?
What is a national marine sanctuary?
What is coastal zone management?
Why do Harmful Algal Blooms occur?
What is the biggest source of ocean pollution?
What percentage of the American population lives near the coast?
How important is the ocean to our economy?
What role does the ocean play in the weather?
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