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Ancient ocean circulation reversed Atlantic and Pacific oxygen patterns 15 million years ago

Ancient ocean circulation reversed Atlantic and Pacific oxygen patterns 15 million years ago
Phys.org Friday 26 June 2026, 14:40 UTC 1 min read
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The eastern tropical Pacific Ocean is known for its large low-oxygen zones that are increasing in size, putting marine life at risk. New research shows that 15 million years ago, the opposite was true.

The eastern tropical Pacific Ocean is known for its large low-oxygen zones that are increasing in size, putting marine life at risk. New research shows that 15 million years ago, the opposite was true.
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