New research indicates the Arctic Ocean has crossed a tipping point, leading to a decline in nitrate levels essential for plankton growth. This change, driven by sea ice loss, disrupts the marine food chain and could weaken the Arctic's role as a carbon sink. The study highlights a shift in the ecosystem that began around 2009, with significant implications for marine life and commercial fisheries in the North Atlantic.
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