Without the oceans there would be no life on Earth.

Meaning of the quote

The oceans are the lifeblood of our planet. Without the vast, deep waters that cover most of the Earth's surface, there would be no living creatures, no plants, no way for the world to support any kind of life at all. The oceans provide the essential resources and conditions that allow all living things, from the smallest plankton to the largest whales, to exist and thrive.

About Peter Benchley

Peter Benchley was an American author who wrote the bestselling novel Jaws, which was later adapted into a popular movie. He went on to become an advocate for marine conservation, expressing regret over his earlier portrayals of sharks that contributed to fear and misconceptions about them.

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