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What is one reason the NOAA ship, Okeanos, is exploring the ocean depths?
One reason for ocean exploration is to look for animals that are prettier than the ones already known, such as sponges and tunicates.
One reason for ocean exploration is to look for new medicinal compounds hidden inside marine animals such as sponges and tunicates, because they often contain more antibiotic and anticancer chemicals than plants found on land.
One reason for ocean exploration is to look for birds that can exist underwater.
One reason for ocean exploration is to look for animals that taste better than the ones already eaten, such as sponges and tunicates.