Review:
Ocean Acidification
overall review score: 2.5
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Ocean acidification is the process by which carbon dioxide from the atmosphere dissolves into the oceans, lowering the pH levels of seawater and making it more acidic.
Key Features
- Decrease in pH levels of seawater
- Impacts marine life, particularly shellfish and coral reefs
- Linked to climate change and increased carbon dioxide emissions
Pros
- Raises awareness about the effects of carbon dioxide emissions on marine ecosystems
- Encourages sustainable practices to reduce carbon footprint
Cons
- Threatens marine species that rely on calcium carbonate for shells and skeletons
- Disrupts food chains and marine biodiversity