Effect on Ocean
Name one animal that is affected by ocean acidification
Crab, Oyster, Clams, Plankton
Does this just affect ocean life or does ocean acidification also affect us? Explain with 1-2 sentences.
It affects us because people rely on crabs to sell and to make money from. This affects our tourism industry because people like to see the pretty colors of coral and animals.
Name one way to help
Turn off AC, bike instead of take taxi, etc...
What happens to crab shells when it is in acidified water?
The shell dissolves
How does this affect human food?
Because we do not have enough protein because we can't eat some seafood.
What is the main reason why ocean acidification is happening?
Humans burning fossil fuels.
How does ocean acidification have anything to do with our air?
How does this affect tourism?
Because tourism is impacted because coral is dying and people want to see it, and same with marine animals.
What are the three gases that greenhouse gases are made out of in the atmosphere?
CO2, nitrous oxide, and methane.
What chemical do crabs, coral, oysters, etc... need to strengthen their shell or skeleton?
Calcium carbonate
How does this affect human economy (jobs, money)?
This affect our economy because fishermen cannot sell the seafood because the animal is unhealthy, so nobody would want to buy it.
Name all four reasons why biking is such a great way for transportation
It's fun, free, exercise, and doesn't pollute the environment.
Why is coral so important(give two reasons)?
Because coral prevents $94million worth of flood damage, and also is a home to many of our marine species.
How does ocean acidification affect air that we breathe?
Because the ocean absorbs our CO2, and without a healthy ocean we won't have healthy air to breathe.
Is this similar to global warming and melting of glacier? Explain with a few sentences.
Yes, because they are all caused by humans burning fossil fuels. Because of the greenhouse effect, the climate is becoming warmer with too much Co2 in our atmosphere.