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Arctic Ocean reaches tipping point that could be dire for marine life

New Scientist · Jun 16, 2026, 11:06 AM · Also reported by 1 other source

Why this matters: new research or scientific developments with potential real-world impact.

Disappearing sea ice is letting more sunlight in the Arctic Ocean and boosting phytoplankton growth, but this has depleted a crucial nutrient, which could severely affect animals higher up the food chain

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