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As the ocean becomes more acidic, what is happening to the coral reefs underwater?

A)They are growing out of control and are taking over the ocean.
B)The acid is giving them more color to camouflage from their predators.
C)They are giving the fish around them diseases.
D)They are slowly dissolving, leaving the rest of their food web without a source of food.

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I’m pretty sure it’s B

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The rising acidity of the oceans threatens coral reefs by making it harder for corals to build their skeletons. A new study identifies the details of how ocean acidification affects coral skeletons, allowing scientists to predict more precisely where corals will be more vulnerable.

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