Question

The ocean stores carbon dioxide, as a “sink.” The cooler the water temperature, the higher the solubility for carbon dioxide is. As warming occurs, solubility decreases, and carbon dioxide that was stored in the ocean is released into the air. Carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas, then accumulates in the atmosphere and increases the greenhouse effect.
What type of feedback loop does the ocean release of carbon dioxide demonstrate? Explain your reasoning.

Answer 1

Ocean warming provides a good example of a potential positive feedback mechanism.