So, while activity and calories are one part of the equation, metabolic parameters are another essential part of the human equation that provides a more complete perspective.

FORBES: Calories�Cthe ubiquitous term in health and fitness.

Following the recommendations of the Framework for Ocean Observing, the emphasis of the GOOS Steering Committee will be the identification of Essential Ocean Variables, (EOVs), the physical, chemical, biogeochemical or ecological parameters of the oceans which can be measured, observed and used to continuously assess the state of the oceans.

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