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When we speak of global warming, we usually mean the rise in average global temperatures since the beginning of the Industrial Age. This is mainly caused by carbon dioxide, the atmospheric concentration of which has increased by over 35 per cent, from the long-term range of 260-280 parts per million (ppm) to the present level of over 380 ppm. Another greenhouse gas that has made a significant contribution to global warming is methane, which is a far more potent greenhouse gas but fortunately exists in much lower concentrations.
Carbon dioxide is the greenhouse gas that is largely responsible for global warming.
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What parts of body are most affected by air pollution?
Everything living. The lungs take in the air pollution. It is just like a poison. Even fish are affected. The air pollution will make its way into the water, as in Ocean acidification.
The first major scientific exploration of the ocean was performed in 1872 by the Portuguese ship the HMS Columbia?
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What is a major drawback using fossil fuels?
Burning ethanol releases greenhouse gases.
What are the 3 major water biomes?
Freshwater Biomes, Estuary Biomes, and Marine Biomes
What surrounds the earht's surface?
Greenhouse gases surround the Earth. Greenhouse gases surround the Earth. Greenhouse gases surround the Earth.
What is ocean acidification?
Ocean Acidification: The declining pH (increased acidification) of the oceans due to increased CO2 emissions globally.
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.
What dissolved gasses are found in ocean water?
Oxygen and CO2 major gases. CO2 is a major problem. When it dissolves in the ocean, it forms carbonic acid. This in turn is raising the acidity of the world's oceans. Ocean Acidification is a major problem that throws off the entire food chain of the ocean. Calcifiers such as corals and crustaceans cannot grow, causing a cascading effect.
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
Do greenhouse gases cause ocean pollution?
Yes. Oceans are becoming more acidic (carbonic acid).
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.
What is the major cause of the distribution of sediments on the ocean floors of the world?
the temperature of the water in the upper layers of the ocean
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.
How does the high concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere affect Our environment?
For one, it contributes to Ocean acidification.
