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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OA: The Cause and Solution
Ocean acidification is mainly caused by carbon pollution released by burning fossil fuels. The increase of CO2 concentrate in the ocean can interfere with the food web which is incredibly important to keep animal life and even human life on Earth. In order to save our ocean, we need to pass laws involving waste handling and we need to control pollution-risk activities. To reduce ocean acidification we have to put in a lot of effort, but it will be worth it in the end.