Threat
What is polluted coast and how does it affect marine ecosystems?
Polluted runoff from land fuels algae blooms that reduce oxygen
CardPolluted Coast
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What it is
Polluted runoff from land fuels algae blooms that reduce oxygen
Why it matters
Polluted Coast can disrupt marine habitats, species survival, and food-web stability. Its effects often spread beyond the original disturbance through connected ocean systems.
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