boring - adj. dull and uninteresting
marine biologist - n. a scientist who studies life in the sea
captivate - v. to get and hold the attention of (someone)
degrade - v. to cause (something complex) to break down into simple substances or parts
vested interest – combination noun / set phrase a personal or private reason for wanting something to be done or to happen
inspirational - adj. causing people to want to do or create something
unintended consequence – combination noun / set phrase unforeseen outcomes that are not the ones foreseen and intended by a purposeful action
aquarium - n. a glass or plastic container in which fish and other water animals and plants can live : a building people can visit to see water animals and plants