Ocean Acidification Quiz

What is ocean acidification?

• A process where the ocean releases carbon dioxide

• A process where the ocean becomes less acidic

• A process where the ocean absorbs carbon dioxide

• A process where the ocean becomes more alkaline

How much carbon dioxide does the ocean absorb every day?

• Over 1 million tons

• Over 10 million tons

• Over 5 million tons

• Over 22 million tons

Which marine species are being affected by ocean acidification?

• Turtles, seals, and penguins

• Clams, oysters, and urchins

• Jellyfish, octopuses, and squids

• Sharks, dolphins, and whales

Why are clams, oysters, and urchins important?

• They are part of the food web foundation

• They are the main predators

• They are the fastest swimmers

• They are the largest marine animals

What effect does ocean acidification have on corals?

• It makes them grow faster

• It makes them more colorful

• It increases their population

• It erodes their shells

What could happen to most coral reefs by the middle of this century?

• They could become larger

• They could disappear

• They could become more resilient

• They could become less diverse

How does ocean acidification affect certain fish?

• It makes them reproduce faster

• It makes them grow larger

• It makes them change color

• It makes them detect predators easier

What is the good news about ocean acidification?

• It is not a real problem

• It only affects small marine animals

• It can be reversed with less carbon pollution

• It has no long-term effects

What will happen if the ocean doesn't regain its chemical balance?

• Nothing, it will stay the same

• The ocean will become less acidic

• The ocean will become more alkaline

• The ocean will become more acidic

What is the main message of the text?

• Ocean acidification is a serious problem

• Ocean acidification is caused by marine animals

• Ocean acidification is a fictional concept

• Ocean acidification has no impact on marine life