Right now we know that as CO2 levels in the atmosphere increase, so too does the amount of CO2 absorbed by the ocean – with the effect of making the water less alkaline (or more acid). Why would we presume that would have no effect on marine life? We also know that the heat content of the oceans has increased consistently although the rise in atmospheric temperature recently is flatter. Why would we presume no effect on the currents, winds and evaporation and a subsequent impact on climate? We know the planet is warmer than pre-industrial times. While some might dismiss this as just a few tenths (0.9°C) of a degree, I wonder if they’d be as sanguine if their core body temperature increased by the same few tenths of a degree. chiefscientist.gov.au/2014/01/opinion-piece-climate-change-lets-ask-the-right-question/
Posted on: Fri, 17 Jan 2014 05:05:49 +0000