ocean acidification
Ocean acidification refers to the process wherein the pH levels of the Earth's oceans decrease, leading to an increase in acidity. This occurs due to the absorption of excess carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, primarily caused by human activities such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation.
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