Sunday, August 25, 2013

Studies highlight dangers of rising acidity in oceans


Two scientific studies released today highlight the dangers of rising acid levels in the world's oceans.

Oceans play a vital role in climate change by absorbing carbon dioxide (CO2) and helping to reduce global warming, but CO2 makes ocean water more acidic.

Now a study published in the journal Nature Climate Change shows acidification will drive substantial changes in ocean ecosystems this century.

See full Article: http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-08-26/studies-highlight-dangers-of-rising-ocean-acidity/4912810