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CO 2 levels change ocean acidity

Ocean acidity is a dynamic equilibrium influenced by CO2 levels from the atmosphere. When CO2 dissolves in seawater, it forms carbonic acid (H2CO3), shifting the balance towards increased acidity. This change can significantly affect marine organisms like pteropods, oysters, and mussels, impacting ecosystems and economies reliant on shellfish farming. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for predicting and mitigating the far-reaching effects of ocean acidification on marine life and human activities.

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CO 2 levels change ocean acidity

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  1. CO2 levels change ocean acidity CO2 + H2O H2CO3 This is a DYNAMIC EQUILIBRIUM

  2. DYNAMIC EQUILIBRIUM • Can be pushed in either direction • Affected by inputs on either side • Increasing CO2 pushes the equilibrium to make more acid (H2CO3)

  3. Pteropods (Sea Butterflies) Who cares how acidic the ocean is? Oyster Farms Mussel Beds

  4. The Effects Are Far-Reaching!

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