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Is there a place for chemical oceanography in the aquarium?

I am a rising senior and have thought about different careers to consider. I am interested in going into chemical oceanography, and was wondering if I would be able to work at an aquarium if I pursued this path or not.
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Brook’s Answer

Yes- a master's or bachelor's degree in chemical oceanography should give you adequate background to be in charge of maintaining the right chemistry for the various aquariums. As these are small, enclosed spaces with a mixture of fish, microbes, and other macrofauna, maintaining the right chemistry and nutrients is essential.
A PhD in Chemical Oceanography is more suited to understanding large ocean processes and ecosystem dynamics.
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Kenneth’s Answer

Physical oceanographer here. I think Brook is right, and I’ll add that you can always specialize. For instance, you may come to be passionate about estuaries, especially if you live near a bay. One of my professors was crazy about the Chesapeake having grown up and gone to school in Virginia. You might fall in love with the cryosphere and dedicate yourself to the Arctic or Antarctic.
A dear friend of mine is a marine biologist, and she started off at an aquarium. She now teaches high school science for special needs students, and includes A LOT of time in the ocean for the kids. I use her as an example to say there are many avenues down which you can apply your passion.
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Camila’s Answer

Hello Cloey! For sure you would have space and opportunity to work in aquariums with this specialization in chemical oceanography. Armed with this knowledge you will be able to study the water ph, oxygen level, density, salinity, etc. and apply this knowledge to each type of species that live in different aquatic conditions from each other. Persist in your dreams and goals. Good luck!
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