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Oceanography

/ˌoʊʃəˈnɑɡrəfi/
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(noun) The exploration and scientific study of the oceans and ocean floor.

Oceanography was pioneered by voyages of exploration.
CEFR Practice Quiz
She decided to study ____ because she was fascinated by deep-sea ecosystems and marine life.

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