Weaker Ocean Circulation May Increase Atmospheric CO2, New Study Reveals

MIT research uncovers unexpected feedback mechanisms that could amplify climate change impacts.

Study challenges previous assumptions about ocean's role in carbon sequestration.
Weaker circulation linked to increased carbon release from deep ocean.
New feedback loop involving ocean ligands and phytoplankton growth identified.
Findings suggest urgency in proactive emission reductions.
Published in Nature Communications, the study highlights critical climate implications.