Marine (ocean)

Marine is an umbrella term. As an adjective it is usually applicable to things relating to the sea or ocean, such as marine biology, marine ecology and marine geology. As a noun it can be a term for a certain kind of navy, or those enlisted in such a navy.

In scientific contexts, the term almost always refers exclusively to saltwater environments, although in other contexts (e.g., engineering) it may refer to any (usually navigable) body of water.

See also

• Maritime
• Marine art
• Marine habitats
• Marine pollution
• Marine debris
• European Atlas of the Seas

External links

• Marine Stewardship Council - An independent non-profit organization that promotes responsible fishing practices