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
I learned just this year what ocean acidification is and I am glad I now know about this issue. I am worried as this issue harms marine life and their environment. To raise awareness on this issue, we can share any information we have about this issue to our friends and family to spread the word around, post on social medias, or even asks your teachers to dedicate one class to talk about ocean acidification. I have yet to discover any good links or films about ocean acidification but if anyone has any suggestions please share!