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cdr_15

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The Polynesian colonies used a system of shells and bamboo to represent island positions for
  navigation. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.



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By the year 2010, the Census of Marine Life project culminated 10 years of research by 2700 scientists
  from 80 different countries into a summary report Indicate whether the statement is true or false.




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Answer to Question 1

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It is thought that bamboo grids with shells attached were used by early oceanic navigators. Modern
representations can be seen in Micronesian stick charts. Information can be found in the section
Understanding the Ocean Began with Voyaging for Trade and Exploration



Answer to Question 2

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Ten years after the Census of Marine Life began, a summary reporting the Global findings of 2700
scientists was used. Information can be found in the Time line for the History of Marine Science, Table





cdr_15

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Reply 2 on: Aug 22, 2018
Excellent


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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