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Scientists Discovered the Biggest Seaweed Bloom in the World. Sargassum, a unique brown seaweed, forms massive floating islands in the ocean, creating a phenomenon known as the "Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt". This belt, growing annually since 2011, provides habitat for marine life but also causes problems when it washes ashore, impacting coastal ecosystems and tourism. Factors contributing to these blooms include nutrient input from West Africa and the Amazon River, primarily from agricultural fertilizers. Despite the challenges, Sargassum also presents opportunities, such as carbon sequestration and use as a natural resource in various industries. So, while Sargassum can be a nuisance, it also represents a unique opportunity.

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