Marine (ocean)
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Marine is an adjective for things relating to the sea or ocean, such as marine biology, marine ecology and marine geology. As a noun it can be a term for a kind of navy, those enlisted in such a navy, or members of troops attached to a navy, e.g. the United States Marine Corps.
In scientific contexts, the term almost always refers exclusively to saltwater environments, although in other contexts (e.g., engineering) it may refer to any (usually navigable) body of water.
See also
- Maritime (disambiguation)
- Marine art
- Marine habitats
- Marine pollution
- Marine debris
- Marine biology
- Aquatic science
- European Atlas of the Seas
External links
- Marine Stewardship Council - An independent non-profit organization that promotes responsible fishing practices