The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) is vital for regulating the Earth's temperature and climate patterns.
Scientists warn that a slowdown or collapse of the AMOC could lead to catastrophic climate impacts and more extreme weather conditions.
The National Oceanography Centre has been studying the AMOC for over 20 years and anticipates needing at least another decade to validate climate models.
Recent expeditions involved deploying instruments measuring temperature, pressure, and salinity to enhance understanding of ocean circulation.
Research indicates that climate change is diminishing the ocean's ability to absorb CO2, which could severely disrupt weather systems in Europe.
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