What effect do acidic ocean waters have on shells made of calcium carbonate?
A) They cause increased dissolution (dissolving) of calcium carbonate shells.
B) They cause decreased dissolution (dissolving) of calcium carbonate shells.
C) There is no effect on shells made of calcium carbonate.
D) They cause shells to grow at faster rates.
E) They cause shells to overly calcify.
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