Essays and Research Papers on Oceanography

This 12 page paper provides an overview of dolphin communication. How it affects humanity, and its potential to do so, is the focus of the paper. Research on dolphin communication is included. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 6 page paper provides an overview of this type of hermit crab that lives in the water. This species is discussed in depth. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

9 pages in length. Shipwreck archaeology can contribute knowledge to archaeological narratives constructed from more conventional data. Given the fact that contemporary explorers are no longer limited by the restriction of underwater depth, the potential for significant gains in archaeological knowledge is both grand and far-reaching. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the exotic and poisonous fish also known as a blowfish, globefish and is served as an extravagant and dangerous Japanese sushi-like delicacy. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 4-page paper provides a brief overview of William Smith, the early 19th century surveyor who is considered to be the "Father of English Geology." Topics including the first geologic map of England/Wales and stratigraphic studies are discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 4-page paper provides a brief overview of William Smith, the early 19th century surveyor who is considered to be the "Father of English Geology." Topics including the first geologic map of England/Wales and stratigraphic studies are discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This is an 8 page paper discussing the ecology of the Hawaiian coral reefs. The Hawaiian Islands stretch for over 2,300 kilometers and also contain what are considered unique coral reefs because they are geologically younger than many other coral reefs, have no barrier reefs among the windward islands, and are also less diverse than ...

This 4 page paper provides an overview of the dolphin, its behavior with humans and its general behavior. Specifics about the mammal are provided and information about feeding, migration and reproduction is included. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 4 page paper provides an overview of the dolphin, its behavior with humans and its general behavior. Specifics about the mammal are provided and information about feeding, migration and reproduction is included. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 17 page paper examines the various causes of glaciation. More specifically, possible causes such as astronomical, volcanic, solar constant change, plate tectonics and others are identified and explained in-depth. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

This 17 page paper examines the various causes of glaciation. More specifically, possible causes such as astronomical, volcanic, solar constant change, plate tectonics and others are identified and explained in-depth. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

This 3 page report discusses the ways in which knowledge from the field of marine biology has a positive impact on agricultural concerns. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper examines this problem and provides some solutions. Various issues are explored. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper examines this problem and provides some solutions. Various issues are explored. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 24 page paper outlines biological aspects of hard clams which are also known as Mercenaria mercenaria or quahogs. The history of the industry in and around the Raritan Bay area and Sandy Hook are discussed in detail. Clam Population, conditions and sizes of clams are included along with a slew of information ...

4 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses the explorations of Christopher Columbus and Jacques Cousteau. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

4 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses the explorations of Christopher Columbus and Jacques Cousteau. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper looks at the life and times of this accomplished marine biologist. Some biographical information is provided on this woman who has contributed much to her field. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 4 page paper looks at the life and times of this accomplished marine biologist. Some biographical information is provided on this woman who has contributed much to her field. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

Study of hurricanes can provide answers for “planning, emergency management, hazard mitigation, insurance applications, and long-term derivative markets” (Jagger, Elsner and Niu 853). One of the most important uses for the study of hurricanes is predicting when and where they will occur. Bibliography lists 4 sources. jvHurric.rtf

A 6 page discussion of the importance of data collection and statistical analyses in the U.S. Navy. The author emphasizes the importance of understanding weather patterns drives much of the Navy's data collection and analyses efforts. Being able to predict the weather can mean the difference between success or failure. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

7 pages in length. The writer discusses architecture, coastal pollution and mass transit as they relate to Pacific Palisades. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 4 page paper discussing today’s meteorological satellites. Whereas the earliest weather satellites held only black and white cameras and little else in the way of monitoring equipment or devices, today’s meteorological satellites not only provide greatly improved weather information, they also monitor a variety of atmospheric environmental conditions. Bibliography lists 7 sources. ...

An 18 page paper which examines what this controversial treatment is, who developed it, its benefits, where one can go to receive this therapy, how dolphins communicate with patients, how dolphins are trained for such a program, and evaluates the results of this therapy. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 4 page overview of this classification of organism. The author reviews the phylogeny and the ecology of these incredible diverse creatures. Bibliography lists 5 sources.