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oceanography

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/oʊʃəˈnɒɡrəfi/ · o-ce-an-o-gra-phy

The branch of science that studies the ocean, including its ecosystems, currents, and geography.

Meanings

nounformal

The branch of science that studies the ocean, including its ecosystems, currents, and geography.

سائنس کی وہ شاخ جو سمندر کے نظام، اس کے ماحولیاتی نظام، اور جغرافیہ کا مطالعہ کرتی ہے۔

سمندریات

Samandriyat

Synonyms

marine scienceocean studiesoceanic scienceسمندری سائنسبحری علماوشنک سائنس

Common Collocations

  • marine ecosystems
  • physical oceanography
  • chemical oceanography

Example Sentences

Oceanography helps us understand the impact of climate change on marine life.

سمندریات ہمیں سمندری زندگی پر موسمیاتی تبدیلی کے اثرات کو سمجھنے میں مدد دیتی ہے۔

Samandriyat humein samundari zindagi par mausamiyati tabdeeli ke asraat ko samajhne mein madad deti hai.

Advancements in oceanography have led to better conservation methods for endangered species.

سمندریات میں ترقیوں نے خطرے میں مبتلا نسلوں کے لیے بہتر تحفظ کے طریقے تیار کیے ہیں۔

Samandriyat mein taraqqiyon ne khatar mein mubtala naslon ke liye behtar tahafuz ke tareeqe tayar kiye hain.

Many universities offer degrees in oceanography and related fields.

بہت سی یونیورسٹیاں سمندریات اور اس سے متعلقہ شعبوں میں ڈگریاں فراہم کرتی ہیں۔

Bahut si universities samandriyat aur is se mutaliq shobon mein degrees faraham karti hain.

Easily Confused With

ocean:Ocean is a large body of salt water, while oceanography is the study of that body.
hydrology:Hydrology is the study of water in general, including rivers, lakes, and groundwater, whereas oceanography specifically focuses on oceans.

💡 Memory Tip

Remember 'ocean' + 'graphy' as the study of 'ocean' features.

Imagine a researcher in a scuba suit exploring the underwater world.

📖 Etymology

Origin: Greek "ōkeanographia" — description of the ocean

First known use: 19th century

The term 'oceanography' has developed from the combination of 'ocean' and 'graphy', indicating the scientific study and mapping of oceanic systems.