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Review the "CO2 and Thinning Shells" video (opens in a new window).

1. How does an increase in carbon dioxide in the atmosphere affect organisms in an ocean environment?
2. Why should this increase concern us as a society?
3. What can we do to reverse or avoid the effects?

You will need to post one initial discussion and reply to one of your classmates. Initial discussions should be approximately 250 words, and replies should be approximately 100 words.



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Final answer:

Ocean acidification, driven by rising CO2 levels, hinders marine organisms that rely on calcium carbonate shells, impacting industries like oyster aquaculture.


Explanation:

Ocean acidification is a consequence of increased CO2 levels in the atmosphere leading to a lower pH in the oceans. This phenomenon impacts marine organisms with calcium carbonate shells as it restricts their ability to produce these structures. For instance, oyster aquaculture in the Pacific Northwest is affected due to the vulnerability of oyster larvae in acidic waters.


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