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4. Oceans

The oceans are a resource which is used and exploited by civilisations

Oceans provide fish and, increasingly, oil reserves. Other minerals are being discovered and exploited in the regions of the continental shelf. Oceans are vital transport thoroughfares. Many kinds of waste product are dumped into the oceans.

Oceans are a resource which may be exploited.

Name two ways in which the oceans can be exploited or used as a resource?