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What causes the phenomenon of ocean acidification?
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Increased salinity
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- Increased salinity
- Increased pollution from plastic
- Absorption of excess carbon dioxide from the atmosphere
- Rising sea temperatures
Explanation & Context
Oceans absorb a significant portion of atmospheric CO2, which reacts with seawater to form carbonic acid, lowering pH.
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