The ocean stores carbon from its interactions with the atmosphere, so the ocean serves as (a) _________ for the carbon cycle.(1

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The ocean stores carbon from its interactions with the atmosphere, so the ocean serves as (a) _________ for the carbon cycle.(1

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Chemistry

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rodikova [14] · Answer 1 · 2022-10-24T17:14:23+03:00

Answer:The ocean takes up carbon dioxide through photosynthesis

Explanation: by plant-like organisms (phytoplankton), as well as by simple chemistry: carbon dioxide dissolves in water.As we burn fossil fuels and atmospheric carbon dioxide levels go up, the ocean absorbs more carbon dioxide to stay in balance.