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The disappearance of seagrass meadows could be contributing to greenhouse gas emissions. Scientists have discovered the meadows act as carbon "sinks", preventing the erosion of carbon deposits and the subsequent release of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. When the seagrass is removed, usually by dredging or mooring but sometimes by severe storms, the old carbon is eroded and freed. [Source: ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)]
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