Ozone hole trims polar water’s CO2-absorbing power

Simulations also suggest that the dearth of ozone over Antarctica leads to ocean acidification

The ozone hole over Antarctica does more than let a little extra ultraviolet light reach ground level: It boosts ocean acidification in the waters surrounding the icy continent and reduces the amount of carbon dioxide emissions those waters can absorb.

OZONE EFFECT Overall, the ozone hole over Antarctica boosts wind speeds over the surrounding oceans, according to new model simulations.