Climate Change Affects Ocean Ecosystems by _____________

question 35

Multiple Choice

Climate change affects ocean ecosystems by _____________.

• A)absorbing CO₂ and lowering the pH of the water,causing it to become more acidic
• B)releasing excess CO₂ into the atmosphere,increasing the air temperature over the oceans
• C)cooling the ocean waters,allowing ocean organisms to adapt easily
• D)lowering the pH,which causes organisms to create thicker,stronger shells
• E)cooling ocean waters,which reduces coral bleaching

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Definitions:

Debt

The total amount of money owed by an individual, firm, or government to lenders, which can include loans, bonds, and other financial obligations.

Capital Structure

The mix of a company's long-term debt and equity that it uses to finance its operations and projects.

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Often refers to Modigliani-Miller propositions, theoretical principles in corporate finance regarding capital structure irrelevance in perfect markets.

Debt Financing

Debt financing involves raising capital through borrowing money that must be repaid over time, typically with interest, from external sources like banks or through issuing bonds.