Marine mucilage
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marine-mucilage-208-1870308
title:
Marine mucilage
text:
Marine mucilage, also referenced as sea snot or sea saliva, is thick, gelatinous organic matter found around the world's oceans, lately observed in the Mediterranean Sea. Marine mucilage carries diverse microorganisms. Triggers that cause it to form include increased phosphorus, drought conditions, and climate change. Its effects are widespread, affecting fishing industries, smothering sea life, and spreading bacteria and viruses. Citizens and governments around the world are working to institut
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wiki
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encyclopedia
description:
Type of organic matter found in the sea
original url:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marine_mucilage
date created:
2009-10-13T07:40:22Z
date modified:
2024-09-11T07:01:52Z
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