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True or False: Oceans – page 2
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The Greenland shark is the animal on Earth that can live the longest of all vertebrates.
💡 Explanation
That's true! The Greenland shark can live for up to 500 years. It lives in the cold, deep waters of the Arctic, which makes it grow very slowly. This, along with other factors, contributes to its incredible lifespan, making it the oldest known vertebrate on our planet!
Sound travels slower in water than in air.
💡 Explanation
False! Sound actually travels much faster in water than in air. In ocean water, sound waves move about 4 times faster than in the air! This is because water is denser, and its molecules are closer together. This makes it easier for sound to bounce between them and spread quickly. That's why sea animals like dolphins and whales can communicate with each other over long distances underwater.