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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Ocean Acidification
Ocean acidification is becoming worse and worse over the years with more coral reefs dying and there won't be coral reefs for the fish to live in. ocean acidification makes it harder for marine animals to form shells and skeletons
Coral reefs are one of many prominent issues that needs attention immediately especially with natural disasters such as earthquakes, volcanos, and hurricanes putting them at risk as well