CO2-Linked Increase In Ocean Acidity Impacts Sea Life
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December 03, 2008
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Download video directlyAn eight-year study of a Northwest Pacific island habitat found ocean acidity is increasing, with rising atmospheric CO2 levels at ten times the rate previously predicted. Annual measurements showed the increased acidity negatively impacted marine species such as California and blue mussels, which declined in size and abundance. Watch this videocast to find out what these findings might mean for other ocean environments.
