Acidifying oceans primarily lead to decreased growth of coral reefs. As ocean acidity increases due to higher levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere being absorbed by seawater, it negatively impacts the ability of corals to build their calcium carbonate skeletons, which is essential for their growth and structural integrity.
How do acidifying oceans affect coral reefs?(1 point)
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decreased growth
decreased growth
increased number of marine creatures
increased number of marine creatures
increased reproduction
increased reproduction
decreased carbon dioxide
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