What do you understand by Marine Heat Waves (MHWs)? Discuss its impacts on humans and ocean life.

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Q) What do you understand by Marine Heat Waves (MHWs)? Discuss its impacts on humans and ocean life. (15 marks, 250 words)

समुद्री ऊष्मा तरंगों (MHWs) से आप क्या समझते हैं? मनुष्यों और समुद्री जीवन पर इसके प्रभावों की चर्चा कीजिये।

Demand of question: Straight forward question which test candidate on their knowledge of phenomena of Marine Heat Waves.

Directive Word:

Discuss– Discussing something requires having a conversation where you share reasons supported by proof to support both sides of an idea, and then coming to a decision.

Structure of the Answer:

Introduction:

Highlight any recent incident of Marine Heat Wave that occured anywhere in the world to set the context.

Body:

Firstly, explain what Marine Heat Waves (MHWs) are.

Next, highlight their impacts on humans and ocean life. It is important to highlight both positive and negative impacts in multiple dimensions. Include examples wherever possible.

Conclusion:

Suggest measures to mitigate the negative impacts and what the global community is doing in this regard.

Part of Syllabus: General Studies Paper 1 (Important Geophysical Phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc.)