The Arctic Ocean keeps permafrost carbon firmly locked(opens in a new tab)
Arctic permafrost holds vast organic carbon, and when it thaws or erodes coastal sections, that carbon is released.
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The Arctic Ocean keeps permafrost carbon firmly locked
Arctic permafrost holds vast amounts of organic carbon. If the frozen ground thaws or coastal erosion exposes it, the stored carbon can be released into seawater and may raise atmospheric greenhouse gas levels, amplifying climate feedbacks.
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Arctic permafrost holds vast organic carbon that can migrate into seawater if ice thaws or coastal erosion happens.