In two sentences explain how the loss of Arctic sea ice may affect the ocean currents and climate near the Western European coast.
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The loss of Arctic sea ice can disrupt the temperature and salinity gradients that drive the North Atlantic Drift, slowing down the warm ocean currents that bring heat to the Western European coast. This can lead to colder and harsher winters, as well as changes in weather patterns and precipitation, affecting ecosystems and human activities in the region.