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Oceanography. Marine Science is the general term for research
conducted in oceans and coastal or inland waters connected to the
sea. This particular field is probably the best known to the public.
Marine Biology deals with the study of micro and living organisms such
as plants, animals, viruses, and bacteria in oceans, estuaries, and
other bodies of salt water. In the feild of Marine Biology you plan,
participate in, and administer research programs for government
experiment stations such as private research centers, manufactoring
firms, and medical service industries. Tools and equipment for this
career includes lab animals, X-Ray and other lab equipment,
computers, spectrophotometers, collections of specimens, and a
Starting no later than high school, a Marine Biologist should
obtain a solid education in as many basic sciences as possible
including chemistry, physics, and biology. Mathematics is essential.
Plane geometry, trigonometry, solid geometry, and two years o
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number, opportunities in research are few and competition is stiff. The
study of a foreign language, especially French, German, or Russian
should begin early. Applying to civil service offices or direct
applications to emplyers such as colleges of universities and industrial
or research firms are some of the many methods for getting a job as a
biological scientist.
Working conditions vary with the kind of work they do. Most entry level jobs minimally require a
Bachelors degree in a natural science from an accredited college or
university. They can work their way up through research
positions and may reach administrative posts in government or
industry. Another is Anthropology which studies man both as an
animal and as living in society , his origins, development, distribution,
social habits, culture, etc. I always loved the water
especially the ocean. The salaries of a Marine
Biologist comes down to each persons education, experience, and
specific discipline. They
may either work alone or with engineers, technicians, and other
scientists at various stages of research or product development. Most of these
researchers recieve a salary directly from an employer.
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