Marine Life Ocean Acidification
Marine Life Ocean Acidification refers to the process by which the pH levels of the world's oceans decrease due to the absorption of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. This change in pH has detrimental effects on marine life, particularly on creatures with calcium carbonate shells or skeletons, such as corals, shellfish, and some plankton species. Ocean acidification can disrupt the entire marine food chain, impacting everything from small fish to larger predators. This phenomenon is a significant consequence of human activities, particularly the burning of fossil fuels, and poses a serious threat to the health and stability of marine ecosystems worldwide.