With reference to 'Blue Carbon', which of the following statements is correct?
A
It is the carbon captured by oceans and coastal ecosystems.
Correct Answer
B
It is the carbon emitted from the burning of fossil fuels in marine vessels.
C
It is the carbon sequestered in deep underground geological formations.
D
It is the carbon footprint of the global fishing industry.
Explanation
Blue carbon refers to the carbon dioxide captured from the atmosphere and stored by the world's ocean and coastal ecosystems, such as mangroves, seagrasses, and tidal marshes. These ecosystems are highly efficient carbon sinks.
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