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What would happen to the climate in Europe if the AMOC were to collapse?
It would get colder by 5 to 10 degrees Celsius within a century.
How would the collapse of the AMOC impact the Amazon rainforest?
Wet and dry seasons would switch, leading to major ecological impacts.
What is the current rate of global warming per decade according to van Westen?
0.2 degrees Celsius [0.36 F]
What would be the consequence of the AMOC collapse on the Northern Hemisphere?
It would get colder.
What does the acronym AMOC stand for in the context of the text?
Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation
How does the decrease in freshwater parameter due to climate change affect the AMOC according to van Westen?
Destabilizes the AMOC further
Based on the urgency conveyed in the text, what action is emphasized to address climate change?
Halting emissions as a global society
What is the main role of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) mentioned in the text?
Transporting warm water north and releasing heat
Why does the freezing process in the AMOC lead to increased salinity in the ocean water?
As ice forms, it releases salt into the surrounding non-frozen water
What is suggested by sediment records over the past 100,000 years regarding the AMOC?
Abrupt shutdowns of the AMOC have resulted in major climate shifts
According to a recent study mentioned in the text, what could indicate a key warning sign for an impending collapse of the AMOC?
Flow of fresh water into the Atlantic Ocean at 34 degrees south
Test your knowledge on the potential consequences of the collapse of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC). Learn about how the collapse of the AMOC could lead to a colder Northern Hemisphere and a warmer Southern Hemisphere. Explore the potential effects on global climate and ecosystems.
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