The Atom and the Ocean

"The Atom and the Ocean" by E. W. Seabrook Hull is a publication from the late 1960s focusing on how nuclear energy and ocean exploration connect. The book explains how nuclear tech is used to study the ocean, considering what this means for resources and the environment. It addresses different parts of the ocean, like its makeup, what it contains, and the life it holds. The central theme revolves around utilizing nuclear power to enhance our understanding of the oceans, including currents and life cycles, while advocating for careful deployment to protect marine environments, discussing topics such as the role of radionuclides, potential environmental impacts, and innovative technologies like nuclear submarines.