History Channel – Ocean Acidification

The ocean naturally absorbs millions of tons of carbon each day, and as CO2 levels in the atmosphere rise, the balance is tipping and the ocean is becoming more acidic. Researchers in Peru are investigating ocean acidification there and how it might affect ecosystems, fisheries, and people around the world. Learn more in the coral reefs section.

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