As you just saw in the last lecture, climate change is having large effects on our oceans. Here's a little recap on those effects:

• Increased temperatures result in melting of sea ice, glaciers and ice sheets that provide crucial habitats to many species.
• Sea levels are rising, which is putting coastal and island communities at risk.

Now it's time to look at the concept of ocean acidification, which is explained in the short video below.

Deep Dive into Ocean Acidification

We know that ocean acidification can be a difficult topic to understand. This is why we have provided you with a range of resources suitable for different levels of understanding below if you wish to dive further into the topic!Looking for an easy way to visualise ocean acidification?

• Looking for an easy way to visualise ocean acidification? Perhaps you're searching for an experiment you can do with your students or friends? Check out this clip here showing ocean acidification in a cup!
• Want to hear from some Doctors who provide a summary about ocean acidification? Check out this 3 minute video from the National Ocean Service (NOAA).
• Have a scientific background, or enjoy interpreting graphs? Well, the information from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation may be of interest to you.

Sources:

United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation. n.d. 'Ocean Acidification'. United Nations.

United Nations, Department of Economic and Social Affairs. 2015. 'Sustainable Development Goal 14'. United Nations.