In addition to the famous impacts of atmospheric carbon on global warming, there is an equally worrisome effect of carbon dioxide on the oceans: ocean acidification (or OA for short). Here at I2SEA we have a series of resources about OA, including Our Acidifying Ocean, which is an introductory activity and virtual lab (note: now mobile compatible!).
A student suggested that we start a conversation topic about OA, and here it is! Have you heard about Ocean Acidification? If so, are you worried about it? How do you think we can best raise awareness about it among your fellow students and the general public? Have you seen particularly good links or films about OA that you would like to share? What are you doing to address the problem?
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Right now the earth is being killed but us humans its important that we stop this at all costs because the outcome could be catastrophic to humans and all living organisms on earth but your in luck because there are a couple things we can do to cut down ocean acidification for one we can invest into energy efficient appliances also we can make changes to our lifestyles, such as using public transport instead of driving but there are some outcomes that are terrible such as decrease in the pH of the water, making it more acidic. This has a negative effect on marine life, as it can make it harder for organisms to form shells and skeletons, and can lead to the death of coral reefs.
In conclusion we can do alot to fix ocean acidification and we really should work at the stuff thats in my paragraph and please read it all thanks RTwhitby