Dead zones (Q464)
Subject, term, tag: Dead zones
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Dead zones |
Subject, term, tag: Dead zones |
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IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026
Extremely hypoxic (i.e., low-oxygen) areas in oceans and lakes, caused by excessive nutrient input from human activities coupled with other factors that deplete the oxygen required to support many marine organisms in bottom and near-bottom water. (English)
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026