Seal!
Why are seals vital to Inuit communities? Join Veronica Flowers to learn more about the cultural significance of seals in Nunatsiavut, where they have provided food, clothing, and tools for generations. Experience a seal hunt and see how researchers are studying the underwater sounds of snowmobiles to better understand how driving on the ice affects wildlife.
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Sound check! Students explore what seals hear from under the sea ice. They explore sound-speed profiles, make predictions about how ice and water conditions affect sound waves generated by snowmobiles, and reflect on how seals use sound to survive.
