What is another word for ocean acidification?
Pronunciation: [ˈə͡ʊʃən ɐsˌɪdɪfɪkˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Ocean acidification is the process of decreasing pH levels of seawater, making it more acidic. Synonyms for this phenomenon include ocean acid balance disturbance, carbonic ocean acidification, marine acidification, and ocean acidification stress. Since the Industrial Revolution, humans have increased the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, and much of that carbon dioxide has been absorbed by the oceans. This absorption increases the acidity levels of the water, which makes it harder for marine life to survive. As we continue to pump more carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, ocean acidification will continue to worsen, with potentially catastrophic consequences for marine ecosystems and the people who depend on them.
