Oceanic Climate History

Oceanic climate history refers to the long-term changes in Earth's climate influenced by the oceans. The oceans play a crucial role in regulating temperatures, weather patterns, and carbon storage. Over millions of years, factors like volcanic activity, shifts in ocean currents, and variations in Earth’s orbit have driven changes in climate. Events such as ice ages and warm periods have been shaped by oceanic processes. Understanding this history helps scientists predict future climate changes and their impacts on ecosystems and human societies, acknowledging that oceans are integral to the Earth's climate system.