An Ad-Hoc Group of Oceanographers Needs to Set Up a System

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Essay

An ad-hoc group of oceanographers needs to set up a system to analyze massive amounts of data on ocean temperatures.The technology and hardware for gathering the data and transmitting the data to a central computer is in place.What additional hardware might they need? What techniques might they use to make their research more efficient and lower costs?

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Definitions:

Sternum

The long, flat bone located in the center of the chest, also known as the breastbone.

Painful Inflammation

A bodily response to injury or infection, characterized by pain, redness, swelling, and sometimes loss of function.

Joint

A structure in the human or animal body at which two parts of the skeleton are fitted together, allowing for movement or flexibility.

Bursitis

Inflammation of a bursa, typically one near a joint, causing pain, swelling, and restricted movement.