Early-onset of Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation weakening in response to atmospheric CO2 concentration
Abstract The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), a tipping component of the climate system, is projected to slowdown during the 21st century in response to increased atmospheric CO2 concentration. The rate and start of the weakening are associated with relatively large uncertainties....
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Nature Publishing Group
2021-04-01
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Series: | npj Climate and Atmospheric Science |
Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41612-021-00182-x |