Volcanic impacts on the oceans
= Volcanic impacts on the oceans
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Volcanic activity can have several significant impacts on the oceans, both in the immediate vicinity of the eruption and more broadly. Here are some of the key impacts: 1. **Temperature Changes**: Volcanic eruptions can release large amounts of heat into the surrounding waters, raising local sea temperatures. This can affect marine ecosystems and species that are sensitive to temperature changes.