Ocean Acidification
Provided by: King's Centre for Visualization in Science|Published on: April 27, 2021|Last updated: September 26, 2026
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Type: Data, Graphs, and Maps
Subjects: Chemistry, Biology
Authors: King's Centre for Visualization in Science
Location: Earth
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Synopsis
- In this interactive tool, students are able to determine and visualize the variable relationship between the average surface ocean pH, atmospheric carbon dioxide, and the relative concentrations of carbonate species.
- Students can choose different emissions scenarios to see how they will affect the oceans.
Teaching Materials
Prerequisites:
- Ensure students are familiar with ocean acidification and how it affects calcium carbonate.
Extensions:
- Students create written and oral arguments based on the graphic analysis in order to present solutions to ocean acidification.
Interdisciplinary Connections:
- Math:
- Use equations in the background content section to connect math to important topics in science and society.
- Social Studies:
- Use this resource at various emissions scenarios to discuss the effects of ocean acidification on human society, connecting climate change to subsistence fishing, the global food supply, and the livelihoods of people all over the world.
Educators should take notice of the assumptions stated in the resource. Aside from that, there is no contradiction and the resource is recommended for teaching.
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