Ocean acidification results in which of the following?
A)A decrease in ocean pH,resulting in less calcium carbonate available for plankton and corals to build shells and exoskeletons
B)An increase in ocean pH,resulting in more calcium carbonate available for plankton and corals to build shells and exoskeletons
C)A decrease in ocean pH,resulting in more calcium carbonate available for plankton and corals to build shells and exoskeletons
D)An increase in ocean pH,resulting in less calcium carbonate available for plankton and corals to build shells and exoskeletons

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Ocean acidification refers to the decrease in pH of the world's oceans caused by the absorption of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. This increase in acidity makes it more difficult for plankton and corals to build their shells and exoskeletons, as calcium carbonate becomes less available. Therefore, choice A is the correct answer.

Ocean Acidification Results in Which of the Following