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The Southern Ocean is crucial for the health of the planet

The frigid Antarctic region is an expanse of white ice and blue waters

The frigid Antarctic region is an expanse of white ice and blue waters Source: NASA

Scientists are looking at one small aspect of the delicate eco-system - the part played by marine life in transporting carbon from the surface to the deep ocean.


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By Tom Fielden (BBC)

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Scientists are looking at one small aspect of the delicate eco-system - the part played by marine life in transporting carbon from the surface to the deep ocean.


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