Researchers from National Institute of Oceanography will work on a research project to reveal the internal working the ocean at cellular level. In this context, analyse the various outcomes of the project. (200 Words)
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KEY POINTS
The first-of-its-kind research project in the country is aimed at understanding the biochemistry and the response of the ocean to climate change, nutrient stress and increasing pollution.
Outcomes of the project
· The scientists will map the bacteria, microbes found in the ocean. The mapping of the Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and Ribonucleic acid (RNA) will show the nutrients present in them.
· It will enable scientists to identify the factors controlling the changes in RNA, DNA in the oceans, and various stressors impacting them.
· The genome mapping will show the presence of which these microbes have adapted to, in addition to their reaction to atmospheric carbon dioxide.
· This will help in identifying which part of the ocean has a greater concentration of which mineral or element.
· Scientists will then use these as tracers to tackle the causative factors for excess or lack of a certain mineral or element and suggest possible solutions for their mitigation.
· The large pool of RNA, DNA library of the oceans will be utilised for using the Indian Ocean to human benefit in the future.
· Exploration of the ocean at a genetic level will result in new insights into taxonomy and adaptive capacity that can help optimize conservation efforts.
· Isotopic forms of trace metals can be utilised to track the movement of water masses responsible for ocean circulation.
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