Coral Comeback: The Acid Test
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Learn MoreCoral reefs are particularly sensitive to ocean acidification, which has decreased their ability to form skeletons. Ocean acidification is also causing reefs to crumble and disappear. Part of the "Coral Comeback" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 3 minutes 16 seconds
- Topic: Science
- Subtopic: Environmental Issues, Marine Life, Oceanography
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
- Standards:
- Release Year: 2015
- Producer/Distributor: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
- Series: Coral Comeback
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