Ocean acidification

1. What is the primary cause of ocean acidification?

A) Alien invasion
B) Increased carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere
C) Overfishing
D) Industrial pollution

2. What happens to the pH level of the ocean as it becomes more acidic?

A) pH level fluctuates
B) pH level remains the same
C) pH level increases
D) pH level decreases

3. What does ocean acidification lead to regarding marine biodiversity?

A) Enhancement of marine biodiversity
B) No change in marine biodiversity
C) Reduction in marine biodiversity
D) Increase in marine biodiversity

4. How do coral reefs protect coastlines?

A) Have no impact on coastlines
B) Increase coastal erosion
C) Attract more storms
D) Act as natural barriers against erosion and storms

5. In addition to reducing carbon emissions, what else can help mitigate ocean acidification?

A) Deep sea mining
B) Polluting the oceans further
C) Dumping more waste into the oceans
D) Protecting and restoring coastal habitats

6. How can ocean acidification affect marine food resources?

A) Decrease availability of certain shellfish and fish species
B) Enhance fish populations
C) No impact on food availability
D) Increase availability of marine food

7. How does ocean acidification affect marine fisheries?

A) Improves fish populations but doesn't affect commercial fishing
B) Increases fish populations and boosts commercial fishing
C) May lead to decreased fish populations and affect commercial fishing
D) Has no impact on fish populations or fishing industry

8. What role do plankton play in ocean ecosystems, and how are they affected by ocean acidification?

A) Plankton negatively impact marine ecosystems
B) Plankton have no role in marine ecosystems
C) Plankton are not affected by ocean acidification
D) Plankton are crucial in the marine food chain and can be negatively impacted by ocean acidification

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