As Oceans Become More Acidic, the Shells of Tiny Sea

question 58

Multiple Choice

As oceans become more acidic, the shells of tiny sea snails tend to dissolve. a.This is a concern because:

• A)The snail shells provide material for jewelry making on south sea islands.
• B)The shells are ground up and used for fertilizer for agricultural crops.
• C)The snails are the base of a food web that supports entire polar ecosystems.
• D)More than one of these are correct.
• E)None of these answers.

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