Ocean acidification occurs due to reaction of atmospheric carbon dioxide with…
2026
Ocean acidification occurs due to reaction of atmospheric carbon dioxide with sea water to produce __________.
Answer: B. Carbonic acid — When atmospheric carbon dioxide dissolves in seawater, it reacts with water to form carbonic acid (H2CO3). This process lowers the ocean's pH, resulting in…
- A.
Carboxylic acid
- B.
Carbonic acid
- C.
Citric acid
- D.
Nitric acid
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Correct answer: B
When atmospheric carbon dioxide dissolves in seawater, it reacts with water to form carbonic acid (H2CO3). This process lowers the ocean's pH, resulting in ocean acidification.
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