Microplastics Undermining the Ocean’s Power to Fight Climate Change Article Body

The Plastic Threat: How Microplastics Kill the Ocean's Carbon Sink

New environmental research has brought to light a devastating consequence of plastic pollution: the degradation of the ocean's ability to absorb carbon dioxide. Microplastics are interfering with the biological pump—the process by which marine organisms transport carbon to the deep ocean. As these particles enter the food chain, they weaken the very ecosystems that serve as our planet's greatest defense against global warming.

Scientists warn that if plastic levels continue to rise, the ocean could switch from a "carbon sink" to a "carbon source," accelerating the greenhouse effect. This study calls for immediate global action to reduce plastic waste and protect marine biodiversity before the damage to our climate becomes irreversible.

VISUAL_PROMPT: A powerful cinematic shot of a single drop of ocean water under a microscope, revealing tiny plastic fragments mixed with plankton, dark moody lighting.