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Ocean’s Response to Global Warming Influenced by Ice Age History
Led by a Tulane University oceanographer, a team of scientists has made a significant discovery by exploring deposits situated deep beneath the ocean floor. These deposits unveil a unique method to gauge the historical levels of ocean oxygen and its intricate interplay with carbon dioxide in the Earth's atmosphere, particularly during the conclusion of the last ice age over 11,000 years ago.
How a Deep Sea Sensor Detected Reactive Oxygen Species Produced by Corals?
Similar to humans, corals engage in respiration, taking in oxygen, and consume organic carbon for sustenance. Additionally, corals, like humans, generate reactive oxygen species (ROS) as natural byproducts when converting energy and oxygen within their bodies. These chemical compounds are produced during various cellular activities, such as cell division, immune response against pathogens, and other essential physiological functions.
Ocean Heat Transfer in North Atlantic Tempers Historical Climate Fluctuations
A recently published paper, spearheaded by researchers from the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) and UCL, indicates that the transfer of heat from the surface to the deep ocean in the North Atlantic played a crucial role in mitigating climate fluctuations over the past millennium.
Recent Research Reveals the Reasons Behind Dark Deep-Sea Diving Behavior in Certain Animals
The mesmerizing sight of a shark leaping out of the water is a brief spectacle, often captured in photos or videos, but it offers only a glimpse into their life at the ocean's surface. The majority of the time, these marine giants remain hidden beneath the waves, leading to the intriguing question of their whereabouts when they're not in view.
Reduced Bering Sea Ice Connected to Rising Wildfire Risk in Northeast China
In recent years, China has been taking significant steps to combat air pollution. These measures include the installation of filters in coal-fired power plants to eliminate sulfur dioxide, a substance that combines with other compounds in the air to create harmful particulate matter. Additionally, China's Air Pollution Control Act addresses pollution originating from industrial processes, transportation, and agriculture while setting ambitious goals for achieving carbon neutrality by the year 2060.