Term Part of Speech Definition Encyclopedic Entry amoeba Noun
one-celled, shapeless organism (protozoan).
to be helpful or useful.
all the different kinds of living organisms within a given area.
Encyclopedic Entry: biodiversity biomass Noun
living organisms, and the energy contained within them.
blue whale Noun
species of marine mammal that is the largest animal to have ever lived.
traveling show with games, performances, and food.
commercial fishing Noun
industry responsible for catching and selling fish.
growth, or changing from one condition to another.
Encyclopedic Entry: development ecosystem Noun
community and interactions of living and nonliving things in an area.
Encyclopedic Entry: ecosystem giant squid Noun
deep-sea animal that can grow up to 12 meters (40 feet) long.
marine reserve Noun
part of the ocean where no fishing, hunting, drilling, or other development is allowed.
Encyclopedic Entry: marine reserve ocean Noun
large body of salt water that covers most of the Earth.
Encyclopedic Entry: ocean spillover effect Noun
process by which fish are protected within a no-take zone, then produce more offspring and eventually migrate into nearby, unprotected areas.
person who travels for pleasure.