Since the middle of the 20th century, more has been learnt about the ocean than during all preceding human history; at the same time, more has been lost. (Sylvia Earle)

Since the middle of the 20th century, more has been learnt about the ocean than during all preceding human history; at the same time, more has been lost.

Sylvia Earle

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