📝 Multiple Choice Question
General-science
What is the impact of ocean acidification on coral reefs and shell-forming organisms?
A
Ocean acidification has no impact on coral reefs.
B
Ocean acidification enhances coral growth.
C
Ocean acidification weakens coral skeletons and affects shell formation.
D
Ocean acidification increases coral biodiversity.
Explanation
Increased carbon dioxide lowers ocean pH, depleting the concentration of vital carbonate ions that corals and mollusks rely on to build their calcium carbonate shells and skeletons.
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