Evaluating the Ocean's Biological Carbon Pump

Explore the intricacies of the ocean's biological carbon pump in this 51-minute lecture from the 2014 AGU Fall Meeting's Ocean Sciences section. Delve into the Sverdrup Lecture presented by S. R. Emerson from the University of Washington Seattle Campus. Gain insights into the mechanisms and importance of carbon sequestration in the ocean, understanding its role in global climate regulation. Examine cutting-edge research methodologies and findings that shed light on the efficiency and variability of this crucial process. Discover how scientists evaluate and quantify the biological carbon pump, and learn about its implications for marine ecosystems and climate change mitigation strategies.