The oceans cover nearly three-quarters of the surface of the Earth. Biological processes in the ocean change the composition of the ocean and by extension the composition of our atmosphere.  For decades, scientists have performed many field studies aimed at improving our understanding of links between ocean biology and composition of the marine atmosphere.  Often conflicting results have been obtained in these studies due to an inability to disentangle contributions from natural and human activities.  This presentation will describe a unique ocean/atmosphere facility being used to improve our understanding of how chemical, biological, and physical processes impact the atmospheric composition and clouds in marine environments. A focus will be placed on how marine microbes play a central role in controlling the composition of our atmosphere.

Advancing our understanding of ocean biology impacts on atmospheric chemistry, clouds, and climate

2019 Fall National Meeting

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