Article: Ocean is the source of life to the planet
OCEAN IS THE SOURCE OF LIFE TO THE PLANET The climate crisis significantly impacts Earth's oceans. Global warming leads to ocean warming, causing thermal stress on marine ecosystems. This, in turn, leads to coral bleaching and negatively affects the health of various marine species. Melting ice contributes to sea level rise, endangering coastal communities and habitats. Ocean acidification, caused by increased carbon dioxide absorption, harms marine life, particularly organisms that rely on calcium carbonate for their shells and skeletons. Changes in sea currents and weather patterns further disrupt marine ecosystems, collectively straining the health and balance of Earth's oceans.According to the IPCC, while benefits for air quality would come quickly, it could take 20 to 30 years to see global temperatures stabilise. Ocean absorbs more than 90% excess heat, says the UN. Ocean acidification is a consequence of increased carbon dioxide (CO2) absorption by the world's oce...