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Man is a land animal, but he also closely tied to the sea. Throughout history the sea has

served the needs of man. The sea has provided man with food and convenient way to

travel to many parts of the world. Today, nearly two thirds of the world's population lives

within 80 kilometers of the sea coast.

In the modern technological world, the sea offers many resources to help mankind

survive. Resources on land are beginning to be used up. The sea, however, still can be

hoped to supply many man's needs. The list of riches of the sea yet to be developed by

man's technology is impressive. Oil and gas explorations have been carried out for nearly

30 years. Valuable amounts of minerals existing on the ocean floor are ready to be mined.

Fish farming promises to be a good way to produce large quantities of food. The culture

of fish and shellfish is an ancient skill practiced in the past mainly by

Oriental people.

Besides oil and gas, the sea may offer new sources of energy. Experts believe that the

warm temperature of the ocean can be used in a way similar to the steam in a steamship.

Ocean currents and waves offer possible use as a source of energy.

Technology is enabling man to explore ever more deeply under the sea. The development

of strong, new materials has made this possible. The technology to harvest the sea

continues to improve. Experts believe that by the year 2020 the problems that prevent US

from exploiting fully the food, minerals, and energy source of the sea will be largely

solved.