Ocean Acidification Lab Flashcard
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10th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is ocean acidification?
Back
Ocean acidification is the process by which the ocean becomes more acidic due to increased levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere, which dissolves in seawater.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the primary cause of ocean acidification?
Back
The primary cause of ocean acidification is the burning of fossil fuels, which releases large amounts of CO2 into the atmosphere.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does carbon dioxide (CO2) enter the ocean?
Back
CO2 enters the ocean from the atmosphere through diffusion.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the effects of ocean acidification on marine life?
Back
Ocean acidification negatively affects marine life, particularly organisms that rely on calcium carbonate, such as corals, mollusks, and some plankton.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is calcium carbonate and why is it important?
Back
Calcium carbonate is a chemical compound (CaCO3) that is essential for the formation of shells and skeletons in marine organisms like corals and mollusks.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What role do trees play in carbon dioxide levels?
Back
Trees absorb CO2 from the atmosphere during photosynthesis, helping to reduce the amount of greenhouse gases.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the relationship between deforestation and ocean acidification?
Back
Deforestation increases CO2 levels in the atmosphere, contributing to ocean acidification.
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