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They Might Be Giants – The Ocean Viruses Bigger Than Bacteria

July 1, 2025 by HAL

Giant viruses in the ocean can be much larger than bacteria. They can change how ocean life functions and affect food webs. Some viruses boost their hosts’ abilities, making them supercharged. Others help carbon from the ocean stay trapped, helping our climate. These giants play a huge role in marine ecosystems and nutrient cycles.

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