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MARINE ECOSYSTEM COLLAPSE & HYPOXIA

Consequences of the Spreading of “Dead Zones” on the Marine Ecosystem

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Introduction “Dead Zones” are hypoxic (low-oxygen) regions in oceans, seas, and large freshwater bodies where oxygen levels are too low to sustain most marine life. Scientifically, hypoxia is defined as dissolved oxygen concentration below 2 mg/L, which is lethal for many fish, invertebrates, and benthic organisms. Dead zones have become one of the most pressing…

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Ecological Challenges of Resource Exploitation in the Indian Ocean: Causes, Consequences, and Sustainable Solutions

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Introduction The Indian Ocean, the third-largest ocean in the world, is a critical resource for many countries bordering its vast expanse. It provides significant ecological, economic, and strategic benefits. The exploitation of resources from the Indian Ocean, including fishing, oil and gas extraction, deep-sea mining, and shipping activities, has led to various ecological problems. These…

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