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Launch a career doing what you love! Get started in the career of your dreams with help from "Opportunities in Marine Science and Maritime Careers". From skill and training requirements to current salary figures, this practical guide provides a complete overview of the job possibilities in your chosen field. With this knowledge, you'll feel confident to pursue a profession that makes both you and your wallet happy. "Opportunities in Marine Science and Maritime Careers" will help you: determine the specialty that's right for you, from oceanography to commercial fishing to the navy and merchant marine; acquire in-depth knowledge of the marine and maritime industry; find out what kind of salary you can expect for each job; understand the daily routine of your chosen field; and, focus your job search using the industry organization listings provided. You could have a successful career as a: marine mammal trainer, veterinarian marine scientist, aquarist, fish culturalist, and cruise ship director. ... Read more

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the rip off book
This book was 25.00 aproximately and looked like a 5 dollar book.It had few pages and was not enough information for a high school student to write a report on for her career choice.The postage was about the value of this book. ... Read more

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One of a series which cover major areas of first degree study, this book deals with biological sciences and is updated every two years. It introduces the subject, lists institutions, describes courses and their content and sets out the entry requirements and career possibilities. Each annual series of titles is available as a bound volume and interactive software is also available to give quick reference to the mechanical data in each guide. ... Read more

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Describes what a career in marine biology is like, using examples from the life of research scientist Dr. Florence McAlary. ... Read more

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Did anyone edit this?
I received this book as a gift.It is a good concept for a book, but the editing is horrible.There is a error in the first line of the book.I really wonder if anyone edited it.I realize that it is meant as a children's book, but it should still be done more professionally.

my daughters passion in full color
It's amazing photography and a good read - my then 13 year daughter loved it.

Is Marine Biology the right career for you?
This book tells a lot of great information on how to start a career of marine biology. You learn about how a marine biologist decided to be a marine biologist and if marine biology is the right occupation for you. This book was very helpful since I'm planning on being a marine biologist. It also teaches you about the kingdoms of the sea and their Latin names. In addition to this great book there is a wonderful cd.It tells you allabout this marine biologist and her life.Also it shows you pictures ofwhat she sees when she dives .I thinkthe cd is really the big learninghelp. It is full of facts.This is a great learning opportunity foryoungsters.I give this book 4 golden stars! ... Read more

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A brief introduction to marine biology and the work of a marine biologist. ... Read more

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Imagine suiting up and slipping into water so cold that exposed skin can freeze in seconds and equipment can suddenly seize up. These are the dangers that Kathy Conlan faces when she goes to work. Kathy is a marine biologist who has scuba-dived in oceans off the Arctic and Antarctic -- two of the most hostile environments on Earth. Under the Ice is a fascinating first-person account of a woman scientist at work. Highlights of Kathy's research on how pollution affects the fragile environments under the ice and stunning photographs of places few will ever visit make this a book readers will be eager to dive into. ... Read more

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Meet Dr. Sonny Gruber at his shark research facility on theisland of Bimini. He'll take you underwater and show you how sharkbehavior can be predicted and changed. He'll also show you how hestudies sharks by implanting transmitters and tracking theirhabits. You'll also hear some personal stories about some of the mostdangerous encounters he's had in his 30 years of swimming with sharks!

Many people in our world face the unique demands of specialcareers. Some work at jobs that protect us and our families fromdanger. Others have learned skills needed to provide a special serviceor perform in a special way. The Risky Business series givesyou an up-close-and-personal profile of people who do things most ofus would never dream of doing. As you read about them, you'll findout what worries them and what excites them about theirjobs. You'll also learn how each person trained to become an expertin his or her field.

Grades 2-5; 7 1/2 x 9; 32 pages; 25-30 large-format, full-color photos; Sturdy library binding; Index; Further Reading ... Read more

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So you want to be a marine biologist....
Books like this should really help children get interested in scientific occupations. Explains what marine biologists do and the education required. Gives a brief history, lists important discoveries, shows the technology and tools of marine biology. There is an interview with a PhD student named Marah Newman. The book design is colorful, interesting, and varied. The photographs and illustrations are excellent. There are several suggested activities. There is a list of web sites, glossary, and index for further research. Karen Woodworth Roman, Children's Science Book Review ... Read more

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Contents include: What do Marine Biologists do?; Where do Marine Biologists work?; What do Marine Biologists study?; Why are the oceans so important?; Why are the oceans in danger?

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Comparatively little has been done in this country upon marine Protozoa. A few observations have been made by Kellicott, Stokes, and Peck, but these have not been at all complete. With the exception of Miss Stevens's excellent description of species of _Lichnophora_ ... Read more

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In extremely deep waters (two miles deep), the vast sea appears empty. But as naturalist and artist Sophie Webb shows us, it is full of fascinating—yet difficult to study—life. Together with her shipmates, Sophie counts and collects samples of life in the deep ocean, from seabirds to dolphins, from winged fish to whales. Only their long-term field work can really help scientists determine the health of these remarkable creatures who need the clean deep ocean to survive.