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Fields of Study > environmental science > environmental degradation > ocean acidification
Natural Resources, Conservation, Environment > environmental science > environmental degradation > ocean acidification
Preferred Term:

ocean acidification

Definition:
Increased concentrations of carbon dioxide in sea water causing an increase in acidity of ocean waters (i.e., a reduction in ocean pH). Decrease in pH in coastal waters can be caused by dissolved inorganic carbon, dissolved and particulate organic carbon, and nutrients from riverine and estuarine sources.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
environmental degradation
Related Concepts:
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/275119
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