2024’s extreme ocean heat leaves 2 mysteries to solve

The oceans are warming due to climate change, with 2024 being the warmest year on record. The increased ocean temperatures have led to heavy rains, droughts, stronger hurricanes, and coral bleaching events. Scientists are puzzled by the unexpected warming, considering factors such as the El Niño effect and a reduction in cooling aerosols. The possibility of a warming surge is being debated, as the rate of global warming has not shown a significant change since the 1970s.

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