Scientists warn fossil fuels may increase ocean acidity
| Source: | 7.30 Report |
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| Published: | Tuesday, August 5, 2008 8:48 AEST |
| Expires: | Monday, November 3, 2008 8:48 AEST |
Scientists are becoming increasingly concerned about yet another problem with the burning of fossil fuels. There is growing evidence that CO2 emissions are causing subtle changes to ocean chemistry in a process known as ocean acidification. Australian scientists are currently conducting a major research project in the Coral Sea to discover how more acidic water would affect the Great Barrier Reef.
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