Essential Questions - THURSDAY, JANUARY 31, 2013

NOAA: who are they, and what do they do?

NOAA stands for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. NOAA scientists study the skies and the oceans. They also protects the coasts and beaches to make sure the sand and water are clean. 

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1. The intensity of a sonar echo tells scientists what?

The intensity of a sonar echo tells scientists that they can have detailed structure of the sand.

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1. How does an R.O.V. assist scientists?

This robot help scientists to have a sound and also ultrasound of underwater. The ROV was designed for aquatic work environments.

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Why are these studies important to society?

Is too important because they can find important data and how the oceans works.