👉 The term "chlorocarbon" refers to a class of compounds that are composed of carbon, nitrogen, and hydrogen atoms. These compounds are often found in marine ecosystems and have been linked to increased carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from ocean acidification. Chlorocarbon is particularly important for the growth of phytoplankton, which play an essential role in photosynthesis, as they release CO2 into the atmosphere through their respiration.