Coral reefs build their skeletons to harvest light more effectively. As our oceans become more acidic, these skeletons become weaker, making coral reefs more susceptible to breaking when waves pass over. This is just one of the impacts of ocean acidification on coral reefs.
Understanding more about how seawater temperatures are rising and how oceans are absorbing excess atmospheric carbon dioxide, as well as knock-on issues such as ocean acidification, is key for understanding climate change and for taking effective action. A recent scientific paper highlights just how satellites are becoming increasingly important in providing unique information on ocean health to guide climate mitigation and adaptation efforts.
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