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Sargasso Sea

The Sargasso Sea is a region of the North Atlantic Ocean characterized by its deep blue water and floating seaweed, primarily Sargassum. It is significant in oceanography for understanding ocean currents, marine ecosystems, and the impacts of climate change on marine environments.

Map showing the Sargasso Sea in the Atlantic Ocean
Fig. 1 Map showing the Sargasso Sea in the Atlantic Ocean

Source Nixon, S. W., & Buckley, B. A. (2008). “Sargassum: A Floating Ecological Oasis.” Marine Ecology Progress Series, 364, 279-284.

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