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Chesapeake Bay

By: Ivo, Arnol, and Aykhan
The Chesapeake Bay—the largest estuary in the United States—has been shaped by both nature and people for centuries. Historically the Bay was famous for its rich oyster reefs, fish, and underwater grass that supports wildlife and local economies. Over time, however, human activities such as farming, city development, industrial discharge, and overharvesting changed the Bay’s water quality and habitats, setting the stage for long-term environmental problems that scientists and communities are still working to fix today.
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"Be Positive. It's not too late." by Boyce Duprey is licensed under CC BY 2.0

Pollution

Ocean pollution has built up over decades, and it hurts sea life and the people who depend on healthy waters. The good news is that solutions exist. We can protect marine life and give future generations a cleaner, safer ocean.
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Restoring the Bay

The Chesapeake Bay has been a foundation for human communities and natural systems for centuries, but centuries of development and environmental pressures have weakened it. Climate change and sea level rise threaten to amplify existing problems and impose new ones. But the Bay is not beyond repair. Understanding the challenges and contributing toward solutions can help preserve the Bay for future generations.
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Save the Bay

People once caused great harm to the Chesapeake Bay, but now they are also driving its recovery.
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Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge

Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge

By: Merlique Coote, Journalist
Aimed to last over a century, this $18.8 billion architectural masterpiece – consisting of three cable-stayed bridges, an undersea tunnel, and four artificial islands.
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The Invention of Flippers

By: Kaden Brock, Journalist
Frenchman Louis De Corlieu developed the modern swim fin in the early 1900's and eventually know as swimming propellers used in naval applications. Swimming fins had many advancements over the years and was revolutionary to the human advancement.
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pink and green plastic container

The History Of Washing Machines

By: Preston Wichert, journalist
The history of washing machines dates back to the early 18th century when people began seeking more efficient ways to clean their clothes
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Tidal Energy

Tidal Energy

By: Laith Kassim, Journalist
Tidal energy is a type of renewable energy powered by the movement of ocean tides. Tidal power is a type of hydroelectric energy, and is harnessed by tidal streams generators, barrages, and tidal lagoons.
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Easy Way to Make Safe Water

Easy Way to Make Safe Water

By: Brandon Haase, Journalist
Ultraviolet (UV) light is a powerful method for making drinking water safe by inactivating harmful microorganisms. This technology uses UV radiation to disrupt the DNA of bacteria, viruses, and protozoa, preventing their reproduction.
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Flood Wall

Flood Wall

By: Olmer Andrade Lemus, Journalist

Flood walls protect us from the danger and damage from floods. Floods are a very dangerous natural disaster; they can affect human lives and put humans in danger. Flooding can also affect the environment...

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How Are Sea Water Animals Important?

How Are Sea Water Animals Important?

There are five levels to the sea, with the first being the sunlight zone, where animals like sharks, tuna, and sea turtles reside.
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Rise Of The Robot Submarine: The Next Big Thing In Naval Warfare

Rise Of The Robot Submarine: The Next Big Thing In Naval Warfare

By: Taylor kong, Journalist
Robot submarines use advanced technology like artificial intelligence (AI) and powerful sensors.
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