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What is ocean acidification?
Ocean Acidification: The declining pH (increased acidification) of the oceans due to increased CO2 emissions globally.
What do you expect to read essay with this thesis statement?
I would expect to read an essay that explores the effects of climate change on coral reef ecosystems, including the impact on biodiversity, ocean acidification, and potential solutions to mitigate these effects.
How does ocean acidification affect bottlenosed dolphins?
It is not certain what the effect ocean acidification has on dolphins, though it is suspected that it could lead to them being deafened. It could also lead to them having a shortage of food, as all marine life especially fish are effected by ocean acidification.
Is global warming have an impact on coral formation?
Yes, warmer temperatures and greater ocean acidification (carbonic acid from carbon dioxide) is bleaching and killing the coral reefs.
What threatens the long term sustainability of the nearby coral reefs?
Ocean acidification
How do you stop ocean acidification?
crack open lots of eggs and throw them in the ocean. OR the more blood in the ocean, the less acidic it is :) youre welcome
Which part of the ocean has been most affected by ocean acidification and How and why?
If you want "a place" for the impact of CO2 acidification to cause a problem it would be the coral reefs. If you want other areas you would have to look at the impact on the shells of clams and oysters, the gills of fish and the impact on fish eggs. In all the case around corals and shells it is due to the decreased permanence and availability of Calcium carbonate extraction for structure. Fir the fish impacts it is due to the required pH balance for healthy conditions. All the problems result from additional CO2 dissolving in the water from the atmosphere and the warmer ocean waters from GHG climate change changing chemical activity in the water.
How do you stop acidification?
crack open lots of eggs and throw them in the ocean. OR the more blood in the ocean, the less acidic it is :) youre welcome
How are oyster larvae affected by ocean acidification?
Oyster larvae are highly vulnerable to ocean acidification. The increased acidity of the water makes it harder for larvae to build their shells as it reduces the availability of calcium carbonate, a key building block. This can lead to slower growth and weakened shells, making the larvae more susceptible to predation and other stresses. Overall, ocean acidification poses a significant threat to oyster populations and the ecosystems they support.
How has the Arctic Ocean changed over time due to ocean acidification?
the ocean has changed so in places it is warmer and other places it is colder than before. this is due to global warming.
Why is ocean acidification happening?
Ocean acidification is happening because of the increased level of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere resulting from the burning of fossil fuels. About half of the CO2 added to the atmosphere is absorbed by the ocean. While the chemistry of the ocean is complex the increased level of CO2 results in a lowering of the pH of the water. This in turn increases the rate at which calcium carbonate dissolves in sea water and constitutes a threat to organisms which produce shells such as corals.
Possible topic for a speech to inform?
"The Impact of Climate Change on Our Oceans" - This topic can cover the effects of factors like warming temperatures and ocean acidification on marine ecosystems, sea level rise, and the importance of conservation efforts to protect our oceans for future generations.
