it because I love Harp Seals‚ they are the cutest and fluffiest Arctic animals. Harp Seals‚ also called Pagophilus groenlandicus (in means "ice-loving seal of Greenland)‚ is one of the nineteen species of marine mammals in the family of True Seals. (Hogan‚ 2010) They form the group of marine mammals known as pinnipeds. Their ancestors were most likely dogs‚ this is why their young are called pups. (Cossi‚ 1991) They can grow to about 6 feet long and weigh approximately 375 pounds as adults. Their
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modified organisms in the environment is globally known to have caused adverse effects on the environment and hence‚ the risk is foreseeable making environmental impact assessment an essential tool to counter it. 1.2. Boressia has failed to protect the marine environment and prevent transboundary harm caused to Aressia. There is a duty upon States to ensure that activities undertaken by them do not affect the rights and interests of other States. The Legality of Nuclear Weapons case‚ noted that the obligation
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At one point everyone has experienced frustration when communicating. Communication is vital in every organization. Without overcoming these barriers completing simple task can be difficult. While in the Marines Corps I had to deal with communication barriers while deployed overseas. I found that verbal communication was easier to overcome than nonverbal. It all starts with inadequate knowledge and vocabulary when operating in other countries. While preparing to deploy numerous hours are devoted
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There has been debate over the present-day characteristics of the biome of tropical regions. For some they are viewed as a natural response to the climate of the area. Whereas for others they are regarded as a product of human interferences. Discuss this statement in the context of the biome you have studied. The Amazon rainforest is affected by both human interference such as deforestation as well as the climate contributing to global warming and causing both harm and extinction towards the species
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academics and mentors. I chose to pick out the three sections that I felt are prevalent currently and in my near future. Many civilians‚ especially extended family and friends‚ have no way of comprehending the level of life experiences I have had in the Marine Corps. I would not have been the same person or had the same level of experiences and responsibilities if I had not chosen to join the military. This does not mean that I think I am better or I have gone through more challenges than my peers‚ however
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What is the Marine Ecosystem? Marine ecosystems are among the largest of Earth’s aquatic ecosystems. It covers almost 70% of the earth’s surface. They include oceans‚ salt marsh and intertidal ecology‚ estuaries and lagoons‚ mangroves and coral reefs‚ the deep sea and the sea floor. They can be contrasted with freshwater ecosystems‚ which have a lower salt content. Why is the Marine Ecosystem important? Marine ecosystems are very important in to the overall health of both marine and terrestrial
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article David Foster Wallace proposes that the world’s largest lobster-eating celebration may actually be a massive animal-abusing process comparable to the cruelty to that of the Aztec’s human-sacrificing ritual. Wallace introduces Maine’s annual Marine Lobster Festival (MLF) held in late June attracts thousands of tourists seeking to devour the “steak meat” of the Atlantic Ocean – lobster. A lobster is a crustacean‚ existing in the region since colonial times with such abundance that early settlers
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animals could go extinct‚ even humans could go extinct. Days would be way shorter and if you took the moon we could either have extreme or no season. Is that what you really want. As mentioned in the paragraph above I mentioned that it could ruin marine life‚ that was no joke. The animals could become homeless because the tide would retract so any animal that lives close to shore would die. Also some animals depend on the movement of the tide to live. The reason all of these animals are going to
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Myanmar‚ in order to gain a democratic rule. She‚ along with many other outstanding leaders are the people young leaders of today look up to which includes myself. Throughout high school I have a wonderful opportunity to participate in my school’s Marine Corps JROTC program which focuses on Leadership Education and preparing young leaders for the future. In my fourth year of high school‚ I have the greatest opportunity I have ever been offered before by being the MCJROTC program’s Cadet Commanding
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STONE FISH The Stonefish is another of Australia’s deadly marine creatures. They inhabit shallow waters along the coast. The stonefish is well camouflaged in the ocean‚ as it is a brownish colour‚ and often resembles a rock. This is why it is called the Stonefish. It has thirteen sharp dorsal spines on its back‚ which each have extremely toxic venom. Description The Stone Fish is a a mottled brown-greenish in colour (which makes them camouflaged) with many venomous spines along its back
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