Oceanic sinks for atmospheric CO2: Role of phytoplankton

• Published in: Bulletin of Plankton Society of Japan (Japan) Vol. 48; no. 1
• Main Authors: Suzuki, Y. (Shizuoka Univ. (Japan). Faculty of Science), Onishi, Y, Fujii, M
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: Japanese
• Published: 01.02.2001
• Subjects: ABSORPTION; CARBON DIOXIDE; MARINE ENVIRONMENT; PHYTOPLANKTON

Biological processes in the oceans that affect the partitioning of CO2 between the atmosphere and oceans relation to the carbon cycle, especially behavior or organic matters are described. The Operation of the biological pump in the oceans is responsible for maintaining CO2 levels in the atmosphere...