Coral Comeback: The Acid Test

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Coral 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.

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Runtime: 4 minutes

Topic: Science
Subtopic: Environmental Issues, Marine Life, Oceanography
Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
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Release Year: 2015
Producer/Distributor: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Series: Coral Comeback

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