What's the Difference Between Oceanography and Marine Research?

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Hi all,

In a document, I read the two terms above and it really puzzles me. Please help me to see the difference between the two.

Thanks
 
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pixel01 said:
Hi all,

In a document, I read the two terms above and it really puzzles me. Please help me to see the difference between the two.

Thanks

Oceanography is the exploration and study of the ocean. Marine research I think deals more with the study of marine organisms. Someone with more knowledge than I could answer this more adequately.
 
LightbulbSun said:
Oceanography is the exploration and study of the ocean. Marine research I think deals more with the study of marine organisms. Someone with more knowledge than I could answer this more adequately.

Thanks, that's quite clear.