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CO2 Build-Up In Oceans May Harm Marine Life

A decade-long study finds that half the carbon dioxide produced since the industrial revolution has ended up in the world's oceans, changing their chemistry. Scientists say the continuing trend could be bad news for marine life. NPR's Richard Harris reports.

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Award-winning journalist Richard Harris reports on biomedical research for NPR's newsmagazines, including Morning Edition and All Things Considered.