"Atlantic Ocean Circulation Collapse: Iceberg History Offers Clues"

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Recent research suggests that while Greenland's ice melt is significant, it is unlikely to cause the collapse of the Atlantic Ocean circulation system in the coming decades. Historical evidence indicates that the current system's shutdown requires prolonged and massive iceberg release, which is not expected to occur soon. However, the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) is projected to decline, and climate change mitigation remains crucial to prevent future risks.
Topics:science#atlantic-ocean-circulation#climate-change#environment#greenland-ice-melt#heinrich-events#oceanography
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