As carbon dioxide is absorbed by the ocean, the ocean becomes slightly more acidic. Which of the following effect will an increase ocean acidity most likely have on marine organisms?

A: Higher acidity could make it harder for many organisms to build their shells and skeletons.

B: Higher acidity could make ocean levels rise and marine organisms would need to adapt.

C: Higher acidity could make ocean temperatures decrease and marine life populations will increase.

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Roberto Vaughn

Biology

17 March, 15:49

As carbon dioxide is absorbed by the ocean, the ocean becomes slightly more acidic. Which of the following effect will an increase ocean acidity most likely have on marine organisms?

A: Higher acidity could make it harder for many organisms to build their shells and skeletons.

B: Higher acidity could make ocean levels rise and marine organisms would need to adapt.

C: Higher acidity could make ocean temperatures decrease and marine life populations will increase.

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Jessie Cummings · Answer 1

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Explanation:

A drop in blood pH of 0.2-0.3 can cause seizures, comas, and even death. Similarly, a small change in the pH of seawater can have harmful effects on marine life, impacting chemical communication, reproduction, and growth. The building of skeletons in marine creatures is particularly sensitive to acidity