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When the first images taken of the Earth from space were beamed back by satellites and astronauts, the true significance of our planet's oceans became undeniably clear. More than 70% of the globe is covered by the high seas, making this truly an ocean world.
From weather to drinking water, food to transport, the oceans are integral to life on Earth. Explore the scale, power, and mystery of the oceans in this episode of Blue Planet.
Find out when you can watch this exciting episode of Blue Planet.
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Though seas cover more than two-thirds of the planet, we know less about the oceans than we do about the surface of the moon. Join Planet Green during Blue August for a special airing of Blue Planet, a collaboration by the Discovery Channel and the BBC, from the producers of Planet Earth, narrated by Sir David Attenborough.
Learn more about oceans and waterways during Planet Green's Blue August
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Check the Planet Green Schedule to find out when you can watch this great green programming.
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