Mixing ocean layers Flashcards

1
Q

Natural or human

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Natural

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What

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Pipes cold, nutrient-rich water to surface, phytoplankton grows and dies, C from photosynthesis stored in sedimentary rocks and higher density water sinks

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3
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Cons

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Untested, promotes algal bloom, affects acidification, sequestered C in water escapes, expensive

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