List the basic categories of Earth’s chemical composition and physical properties, with an emphasis on how these factors
relate to the ocean.
• Describe at least one of the early research theories about the origins of life on Earth.
• List the modern tools of research used in your chosen ocean exploration.
• How can the information gathered from the mission benefit the field of oceanography?
• Explain whether the explorative mission was successful in its findings.
• Explain how the data was collected and what modern technologies were used.
• What challenges did the team encounter?
• List the areas to be explored by the mission.
• List the goals and objectives of the mission and how it relates to the National Ocean Service’s overarching mission.
