Ocean's 6 SectorsOnline version Match the Sector with its definition & an example. by Amanda O'Malley 1 Living Resources 2 Marine Construction 3 Marine Transportation 4 Offshore Mineral Extration 5 Ship & Boat Building 6 Tourism & Rereation Fisheries provide a crucial part of the economy and sustinence globally. In New England nearly 160 million pounds of lobster were caught for a value of over $660 million! Costruction of offshore renewable energy resources provide us with clean energy! Hydrokinetic energy provides a renewable energy resource where energy is caputred by waves, tides and currents. Transporation of goods is an important part of the global economy, much of this transportatio of goods occurs on the ocean on large cargo ships. The Arctic Ocean proides two primary ship transportation routes, and as global warming rises less Arctic Ice provides more direct pathways to transport goods. Stockpiles of minerals can be found in the oceans just like on land and these resources can be collected. Natural Gas and Oil are two of the more common resources mined, but even diamonds can be mined from the ocean! The contstruction of ships an boats are important for shippers as well as recreational activities. Specialized equiptment is required to construct and repair ships. Many luxury hotels in shore-adjacent zipcodes are dependant on attracting their guests due to their close proximity to the ocean! Vacation time :)
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