Oceans Absorb Carbon - The Carbon Cycle

Oceans Absorb Carbon - The Carbon Cycle

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Science, Biology, Geography

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the ocean's decreasing effectiveness in absorbing atmospheric carbon due to warming temperatures and slowed circulation. Warmer oceans hold less carbon, similar to how warm soda releases gas. Slower ocean circulation reduces carbon transfer to the deep ocean. The carbon cycle has different response times; CO2 emissions warm the planet immediately, but long-term absorption by Earth's systems takes centuries.

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