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News Release 08-024
Scientists Reveal First-Ever Global Map of Total Human Effect on Oceans
More than 40 percent of world's oceans heavily affected
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Marine ecosystems worldwide have been widely affected by human activities.
Credit: NCEAS
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Coral reefs are just one of many ocean habitats under siege.
Credit: Joe Pawlik, UNCW
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