Ocean Acidification: Elements and Considerations - Brossura

Brossura

ISBN 10: 1629482951 ISBN 13: 9781629482958

Casa editrice: Nova Science Pub Inc, 2013

Riassunto

With increasing concentrations of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere, the extent of effects on the ocean and marine resources is an increasing concern. One aspect of this issue is the ongoing process (known as ocean acidification) whereby seawater becomes less alkaline as more CO2 dissolves in it, causing hydrogen ion concentration in seawater to increase. Scientists are concerned that increasing hydrogen ion concentration could reduce growth or even cause the death of shell-forming animals (eg: corals, molluscs, and certain planktonic organisms) as well as disrupt marine food webs and the reproductive physiology of certain species. While not yet fully understood, the ecological and economic consequences of ocean acidification could be substantial. Scientists are concerned that increasing hydrogen ion concentration in seawater could alter biogeochemical cycles, disrupt physiological processes of marine organisms, and damage marine ecosystems. This book examines potential legislative action by Congress relating to authorising, funding, and co-ordinating research to increase knowledge about ocean acidification and its potential effects on marine ecosystems.

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Nova Science Pub Inc
• Data di pubblicazione: 2013
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1629482951
• ISBN 13: 9781629482958
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 126
• Redattore: Raisman Scott, Murphy Daniel T.
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
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