Ocean Acidification

Ocean acidification occurs when carbon dioxide dissolves in seawater, forming carbonic acid, which lowers pH levels. This change affects marine organisms, particularly those with calcium carbonate-based shells and skeletons, and can significantly disrupt marine ecosystems. The activity simulates this process to illustrate the impact of increased CO₂ on ocean chemistry. 

Learning Objective:

To explore the concept of ocean acidification and understand its effects on marine ecosystems and organisms reliant on calcium carbonate. 

Keywords:

Ocean acidification, marine ecosystems, CO₂ impact, pH levels, calcium carbonate, environmental chemistry.