Ocean Absorption and the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation

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The ocean plays an important role in absorbing heat and carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

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The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation draws greenhouse gases and heat

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deep into the ocean, helping alleviate early effects of carbon emissions.

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As the ocean warms, the circulation may slow down, making it less effective

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at drawing carbon dioxide and especially heat out of the atmosphere.

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Studying the ocean and its capacity to absorb carbon and heat

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can help scientists better understand our changing climate.